Find coaches from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA

Next bus departures

Next departures from Kansas City to Philadelphia on 18 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Kansas City Bus Station
Cherry Hill MallNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:42 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 527, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 12hAverage duration
1664 kmDistance
42kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 1 527 - R 9 533Average duration1d 12h
42kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 3 104 - R 34 547Average duration1d 9h
151kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

    The bus ticket price from Kansas City to Philadelphia starts at R 1 527. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

    The average travel time between Kansas City and Philadelphia is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1667 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Kansas City to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Kansas City to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    When taking the bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia, 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
12/11
R 2 216
13/11
R 3 416
Today
R 3 416
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18/11
R 2 593
19/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 216

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 216 to R 4 100 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 R 2 593, which is on 2025-11-18.

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