How much is the bus ticket from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles start from $131. The average price for this route is around $225. 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 Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Los Angeles is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1356 miles (2188 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Los Angeles at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles generates an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Kansas City to Los Angeles from $107 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Los Angeles on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 11h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:20pm	Kansas City Bus Station	1d 18h	3:00pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1351 milesDistance

198kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$131 - $412	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$150 - $1,195	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 198kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Los Angeles?

Stops in Kansas City

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

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,401 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Los Angeles start from $131. The average price for this route is around $225. 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 Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Los Angeles is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1356 miles (2188 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Los Angeles at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles generates an estimated 55 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

11/25

$261

11/26

$197

Today

$271

11/28

$188

11/29

$189

11/30

$205

12/01

$172

12/02

$179

The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $172

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $172 to $372 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-12-01.