How much does a bus ticket from Kansas City to Austin cost?

The bus ticket price from Kansas City to Austin starts at R 1 674. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kansas City to Austin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Austin?

The average travel time between Kansas City and Austin is around 17h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1025 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Kansas City and Austin?

The number of buses from Kansas City to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kansas City to Austin by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Kansas City to Austin?

When taking the bus from Kansas City to Austin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

Bus Kansas City to Austin from R 1 565 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Kansas City to Austin on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	22:45	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 5m	15:50	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Kansas City to Austin on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	22:45	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 5m	15:50	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Expreso + Tornado Bus	Bus	20:00	4753 Parallel Pkwy	14h 30m	10:30	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
	Bus	06:15	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 20m	23:35	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 2h	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:15	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 2h	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures from Kansas City to Austin on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	22:45	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 5m	15:50	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Tornado Bus + Expreso	Bus	21:31	4753 Parallel Pkwy	13h 22m	10:53	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
	Bus	06:15	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 20m	23:35	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 2h	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	06:15	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 2h	08:55	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures from Kansas City to Austin on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:45	Kansas City Bus Station	22h 45m	21:30	Downtown Austin	Cheapest
Expreso + Tornado Bus	Bus	20:00	4753 Parallel Pkwy	14h 30m	10:30	Austin, (TX - TBC Austin)	Fastest
	Bus	06:15	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 20m	23:35	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 2h	11:00	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	22:45	Kansas City Bus Station	17h 5m	15:50	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:54 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 674, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

17h 5mAverage duration

1030 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 674 - R 5 217	Average duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 606 - R 6 702	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Tornado Bus

3/5155 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Austin?

Stops in Kansas City

A - Greyhound Station

Stops in Austin

A - Greyhound Station

B - Airport Blvd

C - Brazos St

D - Ben White Bd & I-35

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Kansas City to Austin cost?
The bus ticket price from Kansas City to Austin starts at R 1 674. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kansas City to Austin is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Austin?
The average travel time between Kansas City and Austin is around 17h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1025 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Kansas City and Austin?
The number of buses from Kansas City to Austin can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 15 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kansas City to Austin by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Kansas City to Austin?
When taking the bus from Kansas City to Austin, you can travel comfortably and safely with Tornado Bus, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

17/11

R 2 656

18/11

R 2 075

Today

R 2 656

20/11

R 2 744

21/11

R 2 480

22/11

R 2 832

23/11

R 2 568

24/11

R 2 568

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 075

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 075 to R 4 661 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 480, which is on 2025-11-21.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.