- Must visit
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
Major art museum known for its broad collection spanning Asian art, European painting, contemporary works, and the iconic Shuttlecocks on the lawn.
Cheapest price
$280
Average price
$339
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 50 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
1760 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New York, NY 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 New York, NY to Kansas City, MO will cost around $339 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $280.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Kansas City, MO without transferring at least once.
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· Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $119. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $119, and a train costs an average of $174.
Distance: 1093 miles (1760 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$249 Average price Cheapest | $501 Average price | $377 Average price | $291 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 51m Average total duration 27h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 29m Average total duration 28h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration Fastest 4h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Kansas City, MO:
A bus is $128 (€105) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New York, NY to Kansas City, MO costing on average $377 (€308).
A bus is $253 (€207) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Kansas City, MO costing on average $501 (€410).
Other travel options to Kansas City, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 21m.
Train takes on average 28h 59m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 27h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 27h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 38h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 44h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $265 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 34h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 35h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 42h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 33h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $180 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 35h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 33h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 32h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 30h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 36h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 36h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $167 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 34h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 32h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 46h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 29h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 28h46 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $169 |
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Kansas 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 |
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FlixBus+ · · | 10:15 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 36h30 | 9:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 10:30 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 42h15 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 33h25 | 7:10 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 11:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 35h45 | 9:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:00 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 41h45 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
· · | 1:35 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 33h10 | 9:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 2:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 32h30 | 9:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 3:10 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 31h35 | 9:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
· · | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 31h15 | 9:45 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 36h15 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 5:30 PM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 35h15 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 6:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 34h15 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 7:45 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 33h00 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
· · | 8:00 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 32h45 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 9:15 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 46h55 | 7:10 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
· · | 10:50 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 29h55 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 11:59 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 28h46 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
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· | 1:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 27h40 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus+ · | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 38h20 | 7:10 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:30 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 34h40 | 7:10 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
· | 9:55 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 34h15 | 7:10 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:00 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 34h10 | 7:10 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 10:00 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 42h45 | 3:45 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from New York, NY to Kansas City, MO run on average 18 times per day, taking around 27h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $119 (€97) but you can travel from only $104 (€85) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1093 miles (1760 km) distance in 29h 25m.
Distance 1093 miles (1760 km) |
Average bus duration 27h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $119 (€97) |
Buses per day 18 |
Fastest bus 29h 25m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Kansas City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kansas City trip today.
Major art museum known for its broad collection spanning Asian art, European painting, contemporary works, and the iconic Shuttlecocks on the lawn.
The United States’ official World War I museum, presenting powerful exhibitions, artifacts, and a memorial complex with sweeping city views.
Highly regarded museum celebrating the history, athletes, and cultural impact of Negro Leagues baseball in the United States.
Signature shopping and walking district known for Spanish-inspired architecture, fountains, lights, and one of the city’s most polished urban experiences.
Creative neighborhood filled with galleries, murals, studios, and warehouses, especially popular for art walks and photography.
Historic riverfront district with walkable streets, older commercial buildings, and a lively local atmosphere near downtown.
Slow-smoked pork ribs coated with a thick, sweet, tomato-molasses sauce. They are one of the signature foods most associated with Kansas City barbecue.
Smoky, caramelized cubes cut from the point end of a beef brisket, prized for their bark and rich flavor. Burnt ends are a classic Kansas City barbecue specialty.
Beef brisket seasoned with a spice rub and smoked low and slow until tender. It is a staple of Kansas City barbecue culture and often served with sauce on the side.
Iconic casual barbecue spot famous for ribs, burnt ends, and the Z-Man sandwich, with a lively no-frills atmosphere.
Modern, chef-driven barbecue restaurant serving polished versions of Kansas City staples in a more upscale, comfortable setting.
Established local favorite with a broader menu, excellent smoked meats, and a refined barbecue experience suited to groups and dinners.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Dining and coffee are reasonable, while hotels vary by season and events.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis about 10-15%, and round up for cafés if you like.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Kansas 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 Kansas City, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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