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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO 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 Jefferson City, MO will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 buses that leave Kansas City, MO for Jefferson City, MO on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
3:50 PM3h15Kansas City, Jefferson Lines7:05 PMJefferson City, Eastland Dr (Greyhound Bus Station), MO$401One-way0 transfers
- 3:50 PM3h15Kansas City, Jefferson Lines7:05 PMJefferson City, Eastland Dr (Greyhound Bus Station), MO$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $32.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Jefferson City, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 15m.
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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 Jefferson City, MO Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:50 PM Kansas City, MO | 3h15 | 12:05 AM Jefferson City, MO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO
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Buses from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $26 (€22) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 15:50, the last at 16:50. The fastest bus covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 3:50 PM |
Last bus 4:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Jefferson City, MO 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 Jefferson City, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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