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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
One of the nation’s leading museums on baseball’s Negro Leagues, with powerful exhibits on sport, civil rights, and Black history nearby in Missouri.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO will cost around $234 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $234.
It's difficult to get from Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO without transferring at least 3 times.

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Buses from Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 22h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $80 (€67) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 630 miles (1014 km) distance in 19h 0m.
Distance 630 miles (1014 km) |
Average bus duration 22h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€67) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 19h 0m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 26h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $272 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:32AM | Duration 21h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $234 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 27h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $183 |
The table below shows live departures for Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:35 AM Lafayette, LA | 21h57 | 8:32 AM Kansas City, MO | 3 transfers | |
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One of the nation’s leading museums on baseball’s Negro Leagues, with powerful exhibits on sport, civil rights, and Black history nearby in Missouri.
Large encyclopedic museum known for classic and contemporary works, special exhibitions, and the iconic Shuttlecocks on its grounds.
Regional history museum in the 1911 city hall, covering Wyandotte County stories with exhibits on immigration, industry, and local life.
Historic hilltop neighborhood known for ethnic heritage, churches, murals, and some of the best skyline views in Kansas City, Kansas.
Downtown civic and entertainment district with galleries, venues, historic buildings, and regular events that showcase the city’s urban revival.
Large nature park with wooded trails, lake access, and a bison enclosure, making it one of the region’s best outdoor escapes.
Slow-smoked pork ribs with a peppery bark and tender bite. Kansas City barbecue is a regional icon known for long smoking and rich sauce options.
Burnt ends are caramelized cubes of smoked beef brisket point. They are a Kansas City specialty prized for smoky flavor, bark, and juicy texture.
Slow-smoked pulled pork, often piled on a bun and topped with sauce. It is a staple at local barbecue joints across the Kansas City area.
Legendary casual barbecue counter known for burnt ends, ribs, and brisket. Busy, no-frills, and one of the metro's most famous smokehouses.
Historic Mexican-American institution in Kansas City, Kansas, celebrated for tacos, burritos, and comforting house specialties in a casual setting.
Refined modern restaurant in Strawberry Hill with seasonal American cooking, craft cocktails, and a polished neighborhood atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. city breaks. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than larger metros, while car travel and limited transit can add costs for visitors.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes often have tip jars; $1-2 or rounding up is common.
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Most Lafayette, LA to Kansas City, MO buses use the Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) to Kansas City, Jefferson Lines station pair. Use this guide to compare Lafayette, LA and Kansas City, MO bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lafayette, Lee Ave (Greyhound Bus Station): Ramp access available.
Lafayette, TA Travel center is 3 km from Lafayette city centre. Public transport options include:
Lafayette, TA Travel center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a fast-food restaurant at the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the waiting area. ATMs are an ATM is available near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Lafayette, TA Travel center.
Available at Lafayette, TA Travel center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lafayette, TA Travel center: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Kansas City, Jefferson Lines has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Kansas City, Jefferson Lines.
Ticket office support is available at Kansas City, Jefferson Lines.
Available at Kansas City, Jefferson Lines: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kansas City, Jefferson Lines: Wheelchair accessible.
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