Find coaches from Des Moines to Kansas City, MO

Find affordable coach tickets from Des Moines to Kansas City, MO with flexible options. Book your journey now

Join 75M+ travellers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every stage.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.

Previously seen journeys

One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: 19 February at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 19 February at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 19 February at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 20 February at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 March at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 14 March at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 March at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 23 March at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 March at
    Departure city: Des Moines
    Departure location: Des Moines
    Arrival time: 24 March at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City
    Operated by: Jefferson LinesJefferson Lines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Bus Des Moines to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$69
Average bus trip duration3h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance180 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Des Moines to Kansas City Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Des Moines to Kansas City. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Kansas City from Des Moines, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Des Moines - Kansas City, MO

  1. How far is Kansas City from Des Moines by coach?

    The journey from Des Moines to Kansas City by coach covers an approximate distance of 180 miles (291 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Kansas City from Des Moines without a car?

    You can reach Kansas City from Des Moines by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/08
US$100
01/09
US$67
Today
No data
03/09
No data
04/09
No data
05/09
No data
06/09
US$67
07/09
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Des Moines to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$67

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

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$110 for a bus ticket from Des Moines to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-09-06.

Usually Tornado Bus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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 Des Moines and Kansas City!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Des Moines to Kansas City.

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

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.

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Des Moines by bus?

Bus from Kansas City, MO to Des Moines

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud.com makes it easy for you to find, compare and book city-to-city bus tickets, all over the world. We save you the extra trip to the bus station. Use Busbud to book your trip online, in your own language and currency, wherever you are. Busbud partners with safe and reliable bus companies throughout the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others so you can buy tickets without a worry.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting Des Moines

Buses Leaving from Des Moines

Buses Going to Des Moines

Popular Buses Connecting Kansas City

Buses Leaving from Kansas City

Buses Going to Kansas City