How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Kansas City start from £80. The average price for this route is around £155. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Kansas City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1033 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Kansas City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Kansas City at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

A bus journey from Philadelphia to Kansas City produces an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Kansas City from £100 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 14h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 3h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 11h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 3h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 9h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:10	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	1d 14h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 3h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 9h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 11h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 3h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 9h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 3h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 9h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Kansas City on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 4h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	03:55	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 3h	06:00	Kansas City Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:05	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	08:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	19:10	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	21:00	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Kansas City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours and with fares starting at just £80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

1d 11hAverage duration

1033 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£80 - £360	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£349 - £431	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Kansas City?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Kansas City

A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,489 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,955 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Kansas City start from £80. The average price for this route is around £155. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Kansas City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1033 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Kansas City at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
A bus journey from Philadelphia to Kansas City produces an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/01

£187

06/01

£120

Today

£113

08/01

£139

09/01

£126

10/01

£151

11/01

£125

12/01

£100

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £100

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £100 to £224 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £100, which is on 2026-01-12.