Bus Tickets from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH

Next departures

Next departures for Kansas City to Columbus on September 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Kansas City Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Kansas City Bus Station
100 E Rich StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Kansas City Bus Station
Columbus (E Mound St)No tags

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Bus Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$108
Average Bus Trip Duration15h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure8:35am
Distance997 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Kansas City to Columbus Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Kansas City to Columbus. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Kansas City to Columbus from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Columbus from Kansas City, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City, MO - Columbus, OH

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Kansas City to Columbus cost?

    The bus ticket price from Kansas City to Columbus starts at US$86. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kansas City to Columbus is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Kansas City to Columbus?

    The average travel time between Kansas City and Columbus is around 15h, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 55m.This is the time it takes to travel the 999 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Kansas City and Columbus?

    The number of buses from Kansas City to Columbus can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kansas City to Columbus by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Kansas City to Columbus?

    When taking the bus from Kansas City to Columbus, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-27
US$82
08-28
No data
Today
No data
08-30
No data
08-31
No data
09-01
No data
09-02
US$78
09-03
US$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of US$78

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 Columbus, OH, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$78 to US$97 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Columbus, OH based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$78 which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Kansas City and Columbus!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Kansas City to Columbus, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Kansas City to Columbus.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Kansas City to Columbus.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Kansas City, MO by bus?

Bus from Columbus, OH to Kansas City, MO

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud.com makes it easy for you to find, compare and book city-to-city bus tickets, all over the world. We save you the extra trip to the bus station. With several language and currency options available, Busbud seeks to cater to international bus travellers no matter where they are in the world. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting Kansas City

Buses Leaving from Kansas City

Buses Going to Kansas City

Popular Buses Connecting Columbus

Buses Leaving from Columbus

Buses Going to Columbus