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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kansas City | Holiday Stationstores | Cheapest | ||||
Jefferson Lines + Jefferson Lines | Bus | Kansas City | Holiday Stationstores | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 3:59 PM CST.
Get from Kansas City to Forest Lake
The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Forest Lake 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 Kansas City to Forest Lake?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Forest Lake start from $94. The average price for this route is around $94. 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 Kansas City to Forest Lake?
The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Forest Lake is 14h 35m, covering a distance of 434 miles (700 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Forest Lake route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kansas City to Forest Lake?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Forest Lake at 7:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Forest Lake?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Forest Lake generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Forest Lake was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $91To 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 Forest Lake, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $91 to $91 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Forest Lake based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2026-01-11.
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