What is the travel distance from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

The distance between the two cities is 542 miles (874 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City?

The majority of buses traveling from Cincinnati to Kansas City start their journey at Greyhound Station and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Kansas City?

Once in Kansas City, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Money Museum, Boulevard Brewing Company, Hallmark Kaleidoscope, Kansas City Power & Light District and Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

Bus Cincinnati to Kansas City from $71 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 2 at 12:55am
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
Arrival time: September 2 at 9:00pm
Destination city: Kansas City
Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 21h 5m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 2 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
Arrival time: September 3 at 6:00am
Destination city: Kansas City
Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h
Departure time: September 2 at 5:00pm
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati Bus Station
Arrival time: September 3 at 6:00am
Destination city: Kansas City
Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h
Departure time: September 2 at 7:00am
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)
Arrival time: September 3 at 6:00am
Destination city: Kansas City
Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: September 2 at 10:25am
Departure city: Cincinnati
Departure location: Cincinnati (Downtown)
Arrival time: September 3 at 6:00am
Destination city: Kansas City
Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 20h 35m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Kansas City.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$68 - $202	Average Duration20h 35m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$271 - $301	Average Duration21h 7m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 20 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

20h 35mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest ticket

22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$94

Average bus trip duration20h 35m

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure12:55am

Distance541 miles (871 km)

Latest bus departure5:00pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,218 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/510,314 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Cincinnati to Kansas City Bus

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

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

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Kansas City?

Stops in Cincinnati

A - Greyhound Station

B - Northland Blvd

Stops in Kansas City

A - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cincinnati - Kansas City, MO

What is the travel distance from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Kansas City?
What are the best sights and things to do in Kansas City?

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

Best price found

08/28

$87

08/29

$124

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$87

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09/01

$137

09/02

$73

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09/04

$83

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of $73

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

You can expect to pay from $73 to $159 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-09-02.

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 Cincinnati and Kansas City!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Cincinnati to Kansas City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Cincinnati to Kansas City.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time20h 35m	Avg Price$94	Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time21h 7m	Avg Price$299	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Cincinnati by bus?

Bus from Kansas City, MO to Cincinnati

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Train from Cincinnati to Kansas City, MO

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