Find coaches from St. Louis to Kansas City, KS

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Next departures from St. Louis to Kansas City on 1 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gateway Station
Kansas City (47Th Street Transit Center)CheapestFastest

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Get from St. Louis to Kansas City

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The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
7h 15mAverage duration
392 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Kansas City, KS: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$33
Average bus trip duration7h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance392 km
Latest bus departure02:00

St. Louis to Kansas City Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from St. Louis to Kansas City, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Kansas City, KS

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

    The bus ticket price from St. Louis to Kansas City starts at US$31. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to Kansas City 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 St. Louis to Kansas City?

    The average travel time between St. Louis and Kansas City is around 7h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 393 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from St. Louis to Kansas City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to Kansas City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to Kansas City?

    When taking the bus from St. Louis to Kansas City, 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
28/10
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29/10
US$39
Today
US$29
31/10
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01/11
US$25
02/11
US$34
03/11
US$24
04/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Kansas City, KS was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$24

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

You can expect to pay from US$24 to US$39 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Kansas City, KS based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$24, which is on 2025-11-03.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from St. Louis to Kansas City.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from St. Louis to Kansas City.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from St. Louis to Kansas City that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from St. Louis to Kansas City, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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