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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kansas City and St. Louis?
Stops in Kansas City
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Greyhound Station
1101 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64106
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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 St. Louis recent customer reviews
My bus was 2 hours late and the bus station was filthy, bathroom wasn’t cleaned for a long time
Robel K.
The bud was a hour late
Zach S.
It was good. The drivers were too notch.
Susan P.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kansas City to St. Louis start from $37. The average price for this route is around $43. 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 St. Louis?
The average bus trip duration from Kansas City to St. Louis is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 237 miles (382 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Kansas City to St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
The earliest bus departs from Kansas City to St. Louis at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kansas City to St. Louis?
A bus trip from Kansas City to St. Louis generates an estimated 10 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 St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $34To 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 St. Louis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $154 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2025-12-03.
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