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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
58 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 3 buses that leave Kansas City, MO for Lawrence, KS on Tue, May 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 the direct buses cover the 58 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Tue, May 26 the slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:15 AM0h55Kansas City, MO12:10 PMLawrence, KS$131One-way0 transfers- 3:45 AM0h45Kansas City, MO4:30 AMLawrence, KS$161One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 AM0h45Kansas City, MO5:30 AMLawrence, KS$181One-way0 transfers
- 4:45 AM0h45Kansas City, MO5:30 AMLawrence, KS$181One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 AM0h45Kansas City, MO4:30 AMLawrence, KS$161One-way0 transfers
- 11:15 AM0h55Kansas City, MO12:10 PMLawrence, KS$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 36 miles (58 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Lawrence, KS take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
You'll arrive about -1h -39m sooner (1h 18m by bus vs 39m by car) and save roughly $-3.37 (€-2.72) compared to fuel and tolls ($15 (€12) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:35 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 1h40 | 6:15 AM Lawrence, Central Station, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:15 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 0h55 | 7:10 AM Lawrence, Central Station, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus | 9:00 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 0h45 | 9:45 AM Lawrence, Central Station, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 0h45 | 11:30 PM Lawrence, Central Station, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 26 | |||||
| 3:45 AM Kansas City, MO | 0h45 | 4:30 AM Lawrence, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 AM Kansas City, MO | 0h45 | 5:30 AM Lawrence, KS | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS
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Buses from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 36 miles (58 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 36 miles (58 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KSYou can travel by bus between Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS with Greyhound for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Lawrence, KS 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 Lawrence, KS, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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