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

The bus ticket price from Kansas City to Philadelphia starts at R 1 545. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

The average travel time between Kansas City and Philadelphia is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1667 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Kansas City to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kansas City to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia?

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

Bus Kansas City to Philadelphia from R 1 471 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Kansas City to Philadelphia on 11 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 10h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 3h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	18:50	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 6h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 7h	17:35	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:50	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 12h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Next departures from Kansas City to Philadelphia on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 6h	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 3h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	18:50	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 6h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:50	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 12h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 13h	22:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures from Kansas City to Philadelphia on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 6h	15:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 3h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	18:50	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 6h	01:50	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:50	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 12h	08:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:40	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 13h	22:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:12 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 545, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 12hAverage duration

1664 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 545 - R 9 645	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 141 - R 34 952	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 151kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 362 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87362 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 545

Greyhound Kansas City Philadelphia recent customer reviews

The bus from Kansas City was late so we ended up having a 7hr layover that wasn't on the schedule

Irene M.

11 December 2020

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Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Philadelphia?

Stops in Kansas City

A - Greyhound Station

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from Kansas City to Philadelphia cost?
The bus ticket price from Kansas City to Philadelphia starts at R 1 545. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The average travel time between Kansas City and Philadelphia is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1667 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Kansas City and Philadelphia?
The number of buses from Kansas City to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kansas City to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia?
When taking the bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/11

R 3 155

08/11

R 3 067

Today

R 2 783

10/11

R 3 421

11/11

R 2 375

12/11

R 2 242

13/11

R 2 304

14/11

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 242

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 242 to R 4 431 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 242, which is on 2025-11-12.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 12h	Avg priceR 2 751	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 9h	Avg priceR 5 104	Daily departures3

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