Bus Tickets from Indianapolis to Kansas City, MO

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Next departures to Kansas City

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Greyhound Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Kansas City
    Destination location: Kansas City Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Kansas City.

Bus
Average Price$56 - $223Average Duration11h 5m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$127 - $263Average Duration16h 48m
66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Indianapolis to Kansas City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Kansas City. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
11h 5mAverage Duration
$56Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Indianapolis to Kansas City, MO: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$75
Average bus trip duration11h 5m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure3:15am
Distance451 miles (726 km)
Latest bus departure8:05pm

Indianapolis to Kansas City Bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/01
$93
09/02
$70
Today
$67
09/04
$71
09/05
$75
09/06
$79
09/07
$85
09/08
$57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Kansas City, MO was searched and found on Sep 8, 2025 with a price of $57

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

You can expect to pay from $57 to $552 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Kansas City, MO based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-09-08.

Usually Amtrak 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

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Kansas City.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Indianapolis 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!

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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