The cheapest and fastest buses from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX
Cheapest price
$179
Average price
$179
Fastest journey
18 h 25 m
Average duration
18 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
873 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX 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 Abilene, TX will cost around $179 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $179.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kansas City, MO for Abilene, TX on Fri, Jun 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 873 km distance in an average of 18 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 18 h 25 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.
3:45 AM18h25Kansas City, MO10:10 PMAbilene, TX$1791One-way0 transfers
3:45 AM18h25Kansas City, MO10:10 PMAbilene, TX$1791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $107, and a flight costs an average of $851.
Distance: 542 miles (873 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$134 Average price Cheapest | $851 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 18m Average total duration 16h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration Fastest 9h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX:
A bus is $716 (€579) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX costing on average $851 (€687).
Other travel options to Abilene, TX take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 48m.
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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 Abilene, TX Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Ride KC | Departure Time 12:07AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 22h08 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Ride KC | Departure Time 05:51AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 16h24 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator Ride KC | Departure Time 05:53AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 16h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 16h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator Ride KC | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator Ride KC | Departure Time 10:21PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 18h49 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $198 |
Operator Ride KC | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 18h48 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $198 |
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:51 AM Kansas City, MO | 16h24 | 10:15 PM Abilene, TX | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:21 PM Kansas City, MO | 18h49 | 5:10 PM Abilene, TX | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
![]() | 3:45 AM Kansas City, MO | 18h25 | 10:10 PM Abilene, TX | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX
Buses from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 11:15. The fastest bus covers the 542 miles (873 km) distance in 16h 0m.
Distance 542 miles (873 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€86) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 16h 0m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 11:15 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Ride KC from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TXYou can travel by bus between Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX with Ride KC for as low as $107 (€86). 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 Abilene, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Abilene, TX 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 Abilene, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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