Find coaches from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO

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Next departures from St. Louis to Kansas City on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Gateway Station
    		Kansas City Bus StationCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Gateway Station
      		Kansas City Bus StationFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.
        		Gateway Station
        		Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Gateway Station
          		Kansas City Bus StationNo tags

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          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 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          4bus per day
          5h 55mAverage duration
          382 kmDistance
          10kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average priceUS$36 - US$103Average duration5h 55m
          10kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average priceUS$38 - US$264Average duration5h 40m
          35kg CO₂e

          Bus St. Louis to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

          Average ticket priceUS$42
          Average bus trip duration5h 55m
          Number of daily buses4
          Earliest bus departure01:30
          Distance382 km
          Latest bus departure16:30

          St. Louis to Kansas City Bus

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          Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Kansas City, MO

          1. How much does a bus ticket from St. Louis to Kansas City cost?

            The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Kansas City starts at US$36. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Kansas City 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!

          2. How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to Kansas City?

            The average travel time between St. Louis and Kansas City is around 5h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 384 km that separates the two cities.

          3. How many daily bus connections are there between St. Louis and Kansas City?

            The number of buses from St. Louis to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

          4. Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to Kansas City?

            When taking the bus from St. Louis to Kansas City, 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
          31/10
          US$92
          01/11
          US$77
          Today
          US$46
          03/11
          US$40
          04/11
          US$34
          05/11
          US$33
          06/11
          US$34
          07/11
          US$35
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$33

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

          You can expect to pay from US$33 to US$136 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$33, which is on 2025-11-05.

          About Bus Travel

          Bus Travel Tips

          Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St. Louis and Kansas City!

          Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Louis to Kansas City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

          Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from St. Louis to Kansas City will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

          Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from St. Louis to Kansas City.

          Did you know?

          Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

          9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

          The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

          What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Kansas City, MO?

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