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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
22 h 10 m
Average duration
22 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1289 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kansas City, MO for Charlotte, NC on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 1289 km distance in an average of 22 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 22 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 22 h 10 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.
12:50 AM22h10Kansas City, MO11:00 PMCharlotte, NC$1491One-way0 transfers
- 12:50 AM22h10Kansas City, MO11:00 PMCharlotte, NC$1491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $149. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $149, and a train costs an average of $321.
Distance: 800 miles (1289 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$252 Average price Cheapest | $586 Average price | $439 Average price | $201 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 44m Average total duration 24h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 36m Average total duration 33h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC:
A bus is $187 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC costing on average $439 (€350).
A bus is $335 (€267) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC costing on average $586 (€468).
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 24h 14m.
Train takes on average 33h 6m.
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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.
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 6:06 PM Kansas City, MO | 24h14 | 6:20 PM Charlotte, NC | 3 transfers | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 12:50 AM Kansas City, MO | 22h10 | 11:00 PM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC
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Buses from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 24h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $149 (€119) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 800 miles (1289 km) distance in 22h 10m.
Distance 800 miles (1289 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€119) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 22h 10m |
First bus 2:50 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Ride KC from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NCYou can travel by bus between Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC with Ride KC for as low as $149 (€119). 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 Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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