Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Houston Bus Station | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | CheapestFastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Gray & Smith | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | The Woodlands - Windvale Center | Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center) | No tags |
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Get from Houston to Kansas City
The journey takes about 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Kansas City, KS 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 Houston to Kansas City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Kansas City start from $104. The average price for this route is around $143. 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 Houston to Kansas City?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Kansas City is 21h 20m, covering a distance of 647 miles (1043 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Kansas City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Kansas City?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Kansas City at 6:35am. And the latest bus departs at 2:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Kansas City?
A bus trip from Houston to Kansas City generates an estimated 26 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 Houston 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Kansas City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Valley Transit has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston to Kansas City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Houston 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.
The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Kansas City, KS was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $112To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to Kansas City, KS, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $112 to $153 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Kansas City, KS based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $112 which is on 2026-01-12.
