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

The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Memphis start from $78. The average price for this route is around $108. 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 Memphis?

The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Memphis is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 376 miles (606 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Memphis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Memphis at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Kansas City to Memphis generates an estimated 15 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 Kansas City to Memphis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines , with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Kansas City to Memphis from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Memphis on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:00am	Kansas City	11h 5m	8:05pm	Airways Transit Center	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:40am	Kansas City Bus Station	12h 5m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:50pm	Kansas City Bus Station	11h 40m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35am	Kansas City	12h 30m	8:05pm	Airways Transit Center	No tags

Next departures for Kansas City to Memphis on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:50pm	Kansas City Bus Station	11h 40m	6:30am	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:40am	Kansas City Bus Station	12h 5m	8:45pm	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:10 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

376 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $233	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $1,064	Average Duration23h 26m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Memphis?

Stops in Kansas City

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

Stops in Memphis

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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Compare bus companies

Jefferson Lines

4/5759 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.2

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 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 Memphis, TN 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 Memphis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Memphis start from $78. The average price for this route is around $108. 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 Memphis?
The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Memphis is 12h 5m, covering a distance of 376 miles (606 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Memphis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Jefferson Lines, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kansas City to Memphis?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Memphis at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Memphis?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Memphis generates an estimated 15 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 Kansas City to Memphis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kansas City to Memphis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Jefferson Lines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Kansas City to Memphis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kansas City to Memphis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Jefferson Lines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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

$168

11/27

$109

Today

$79

11/29

$135

11/30

$129

12/01

$109

12/02

$88

12/03

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The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $79

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $79 to $168 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-12-02.