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

The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Kansas City start from $97. The average price for this route is around $102. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Kansas City is 1d , covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Kansas City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Kansas City at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Bloomington to Kansas City generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bloomington to Kansas City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to Kansas City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bloomington to Kansas City from $124 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Kansas City on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:00am	Uptown Station	12h 48m	9:48pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	9:00am	Uptown Station	12h 48m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Kansas City on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		1:10pm	Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways)	1d	1:35pm	Kansas City Bus Station	Cheapest
		9:00am	Uptown Station	12h 48m	9:48pm	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Bloomington to Kansas City on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:00am	Uptown Station	12h 48m	9:48pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		9:00am	Uptown Station	12h 48m	9:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:40 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Kansas City

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

11h 35mAverage Duration

313 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $158	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $241	Average Duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bloomington and Kansas City?

Stops in Bloomington

A
Uptown Station
11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, USA
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Stops in Kansas City

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

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Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bloomington to Kansas City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Kansas City start from $97. The average price for this route is around $102. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bloomington to Kansas City?
The average bus trip duration from Bloomington to Kansas City is 1d , covering a distance of 312 miles (503 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bloomington to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Kansas City at 1:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Kansas City?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Kansas City generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloomington to Kansas City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Kansas City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bloomington to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11/26

$124

11/27

$124

Today

$124

11/29

$124

11/30

$568

12/01

$124

12/02

No data

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $124

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

You can expect to pay from $124 to $568 for a bus ticket from Bloomington, IL to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $124 which is on 2025-11-29.