Bus from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Houston on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Houston Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
The Woodlands - Windvale CenterFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:35 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 19 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
19h 15mAverage Duration
648 milesDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$88 - $364Average Duration19h 15m
26kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$206 - $446Average Duration2d 2h
95kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Houston start from $88. 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.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Houston is 19h 15m, covering a distance of 648 miles (1045 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Houston route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kansas City to Houston?

    The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Houston at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Houston?

    A bus trip from Kansas City to Houston generates an estimated 26 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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
$200
11/27
$145
Today
$174
11/29
$124
11/30
$145
12/01
No data
12/02
$100
12/03
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $100

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $100 to $263 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-12-02.

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