Bus Tickets from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US

TodayAug 1
from US$281
TomorrowAug 2
from US$264
SunAug 3
from US$186
MonAug 4
from US$188
TueAug 5
from US$161
WedAug 6
from US$172
ThuAug 7
from US$158
FriAug 8
from US$162

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Kansas City
    Departure location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:43 PM CDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kansas City to Los Angeles

Bus
Average PriceUS$107 - US$432Average Duration1d 18h
54kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$146 - US$1,353Average Duration1d 11h
198kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Kansas City to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$146, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
US$146Cheapest ticket
198kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$156
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 18h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure6:15am
Distance2179 km
Latest bus departure10:45pm

Kansas City to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Kansas City, MO - Los Angeles, US

  1. How far is Kansas City from Los Angeles?

    The distance covered from Kansas City to Los Angeles is 2182 km (1353 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Kansas City, and end it at UCLA, in Los Angeles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-30
US$282
07-31
US$363
Today
US$317
08-02
US$256
08-03
US$207
08-04
US$180
08-05
US$153
08-06
US$165
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of US$153

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$153 to US$412 for a bus ticket from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$153 which is on 2025-08-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Kansas City and Los Angeles!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Kansas City to Los Angeles.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Kansas City to Los Angeles will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Kansas City to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Kansas City, MO by bus?

Bus from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US

You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

Train from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US

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