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Denver Art Museum
Major art museum known for Indigenous arts, Western American art, and striking contemporary architecture in the Golden Triangle district.
Cheapest price
$166
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
22 h 30 m
Average duration
22 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
842 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $166.
It's difficult to get from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $100, and a train costs an average of $296.
Distance: 523 miles (842 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$171 Average price Cheapest | $410 Average price | $439 Average price | $117 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 24m Average total duration 35h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO:
A bus is $239 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO costing on average $410 (€336).
A bus is $267 (€219) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO costing on average $439 (€359).
Other travel options to Denver, CO take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
Train takes on average 35h 54m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $189 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $122 |
The table below shows live departures for Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO 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 |
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![]() | 11:00 PM Lawrence, KS | 15h45 | 2:45 PM Denver, CO | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $100 (€82) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:50, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 523 miles (842 km) distance in 15h 45m.
Distance 523 miles (842 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€82) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 45m |
First bus 7:50 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Major art museum known for Indigenous arts, Western American art, and striking contemporary architecture in the Golden Triangle district.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO 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 Denver, CO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lawrence, KS to Denver, CO buses use the Lawrence, Central Station to Denver, Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Lawrence, KS and Denver, CO bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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