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The Neon Museum
Outdoor museum preserving iconic Las Vegas signs. One of the city’s most distinctive cultural attractions and especially popular for photography.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Columbia, MO to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $365. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $365, and a flight costs an average of $568.
Distance: 1260 miles (2028 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$365 Average price Cheapest | $568 Average price | $298 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
37h 25m Average total duration 36h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Columbia, MO to Las Vegas, NV:
A bus is $203 (€166) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Columbia, MO to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $568 (€465).
Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:
Bus takes on average 36h 55m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 36h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $365 |
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Buses from Columbia, MO to Las Vegas, NV run on average 7 times per day, taking around 36h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $365 (€299) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1260 miles (2028 km) distance in 36h 55m.
Distance 1260 miles (2028 km) |
Average bus duration 36h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $365 (€299) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 36h 55m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Tip 15-20% in restaurants and bars. Tip taxis 10-15%, valet and bell staff USD 2-5, housekeeping USD 3-5 per night. Small casino drink tips are customary.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Columbia, MO to Las Vegas, NV by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Las Vegas, NV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Columbia, MO to Las Vegas, NV buses use the Columbia, Wabash Bus Station to Las Vegas, Gilespie Street (South Strip Transit Terminal) station pair, with some services arriving at Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown). Use this guide to compare Columbia, MO and Las Vegas, NV bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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