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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 Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Cherry Hill Mall | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Philadelphia (Logan Square) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Kansas City Bus Station | Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and Philadelphia?
Stops in Kansas City
- A
Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106
Stops in Philadelphia
- BOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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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.
Greyhound Kansas City Philadelphia recent customer reviews
The bus from Kansas City was late so we ended up having a 7hr layover that wasn't on the schedule
Irene M.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia start from $121. The average price for this route is around $177. 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 Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to Philadelphia is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1031 miles (1663 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to Philadelphia at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Kansas City to Philadelphia generates an estimated 42 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.
The cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $119To 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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $119 to $364 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
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