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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY
Cheapest price
$112
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
17 h 35 m
Average duration
19 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
771 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $112.
Of the 2 buses that leave Kansas City, MO for Louisville, KY on Fri, Feb 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 771 km distance in an average of 19 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 35 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 20 h 35 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €80, and a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 479 miles (771 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€118 Average price Cheapest | €166 Average price | €317 Average price |
11h 35m Average total duration 11h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 50m Average total duration 17h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration Fastest 7h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:50 PM Kansas City, MO | 17h35 | 5:25 PM Louisville, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
| 8:50 PM Kansas City, MO | 20h35 | 5:25 PM Louisville, KY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY
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Buses from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $100 (€80) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 22:55. The fastest bus covers the 479 miles (771 km) distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 479 miles (771 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€80) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 22:55 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Ride KC from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KYYou can travel by bus between Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY with Greyhound, Ride KC for as low as $100 (€80). 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 Louisville, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kansas City, MO to Louisville, KY 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 Louisville, KY, 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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