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Cleveland Museum Of Art
Major encyclopedic art museum in University Circle, known for its outstanding collections spanning Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. A top cultural stop in Cleveland.
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$190
Fastest journey
23 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 8 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1123 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH will cost around $190 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
It's difficult to get from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH without transferring at least 2 times.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $134, and a flight costs an average of $243.
Distance: 697 miles (1123 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$189 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price | $361 Average price |
19h 50m Average total duration 19h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 58m Average total duration 18h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH costing on average $204 (€167).
A bus is $172 (€141) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH costing on average $361 (€296).
Other travel options to Cleveland, OH take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 28m.
Bus takes on average 19h 20m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 24h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 27h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $151 |
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· · | 4:00 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 23h15 | 4:15 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 2 transfers | |
· · | 8:40 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 24h45 | 10:25 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 2 transfers | |
+ FlixBus+ + FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 27h25 | 8:15 PM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH run on average 2 times per day, taking around 19h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $134 (€109) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 697 miles (1123 km) distance in 20h 10m.
Distance 697 miles (1123 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€109) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 20h 10m |
First bus 2:35 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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