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

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Kansas City on August 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
Kansas City Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
Kansas City Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
Kansas City Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Bus
Average PriceUS$113 - US$333Average Duration1d 20h
54kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$150 - US$308Average Duration1d 11h
198kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Los Angeles to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
US$150Cheapest ticket
198kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average Ticket PriceUS$154
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure12:25am
Distance2179 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Los Angeles to Kansas City Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Los Angeles to Kansas City.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Los Angeles to Kansas City from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Los Angeles to Kansas City, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

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

  1. What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Kansas City?

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

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-28
US$235
08-29
US$223
Today
US$218
08-31
US$160
09-01
US$207
09-02
US$205
09-03
US$187
09-04
US$144
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Sep 4, 2025 with a price of US$144

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

You can expect to pay from US$144 to US$303 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$144 which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Los Angeles to Kansas City, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Los Angeles to Kansas City that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Los Angeles to Kansas City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Los Angeles, US by bus?

Bus from Kansas City, MO to Los Angeles, US

You can also go to Kansas City, MO by train

Train from Los Angeles, US to Kansas City, MO

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