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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.

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Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$136
Fastest journey
19h 20m
Average duration
20h 0m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1133 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $153. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $153, and a flight costs an average of $166.
Distance: 704 miles (1134 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$212 Average price | $192 Average price Cheapest | $262 Average price |
15h 30m Average total duration 15h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 52m Average total duration 30h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration Fastest 5h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO costing on average $212 (€175).
A train is $70 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO costing on average $262 (€216).
Other travel options to Kansas City, MO take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 0m.
Train takes on average 30h 22m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $115 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $115 |
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 12:35 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 19h20 | 7:55 AM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:55 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 20h40 | 6:35 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
· | 1:30 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 17h05 | 6:35 PM Kansas City, Jefferson Lines | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $105 (€87) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 704 miles (1134 km) distance in 19h 10m.
Distance 704 miles (1134 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€87) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 19h 10m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Kansas City, KS — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kansas City, KS trip today.
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.
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Antonio, TX 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.

Most San Antonio, TX to Kansas City, MO buses use the San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) to Kansas City, Jefferson Lines station pair, with some services arriving at Kansas City, 47th St (Transit Center). Use this guide to compare San Antonio, TX and Kansas City, MO bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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