How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Topeka?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Topeka start from $168. The average price for this route is around $232. 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 New York City to Topeka?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Topeka is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1150 miles (1855 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Topeka route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Topeka?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Topeka at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Topeka?

A bus trip from New York City to Topeka generates an estimated 46 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 New York City to Topeka?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Topeka?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Topeka?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Topeka?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Topeka from $173 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Topeka on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	7:50am	Topeka	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	7:50am	Topeka	Fastest

Next departures for New York City to Topeka on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 12h	11:25pm	Topeka	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	7:50am	Topeka	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	7:50am	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Topeka on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 12h	11:25pm	Topeka	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	7:50am	Topeka	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	7:50am	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Topeka on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15pm	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	1d 20h	7:50am	Topeka	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	7:50am	Topeka	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	7:50am	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Topeka on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	7:50am	Topeka	Cheapest
	Bus	1:35am	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	7:50am	Topeka	Fastest
	Bus	3:40pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 10h	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	7:50am	Topeka	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 7:45 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Topeka

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Topeka. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

1150 milesDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$168 - $523	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$195 - $1,573	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 169kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,454 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,751 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Topeka 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 New York City to Topeka?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Topeka start from $168. The average price for this route is around $232. 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 New York City to Topeka?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Topeka is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1150 miles (1855 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Topeka route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Topeka?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Topeka at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Topeka?
A bus trip from New York City to Topeka generates an estimated 46 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 New York City to Topeka?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Topeka?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Topeka?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Topeka?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/24

$276

12/25

$215

Today

$210

12/27

$233

12/28

$221

12/29

No data

12/30

$173

12/31

$184

The cheapest trip from New York City to Topeka was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $173

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Topeka, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $173 to $344 for a bus ticket from New York City to Topeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $173 which is on 2025-12-30.