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Which bus from Chicago to Kansas City is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Chicago to Kansas City. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£28
tomorrow
£40
Friday
£39
Saturday
£61
Sunday
Monday
£35
Tuesday
£53

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 15h 15m 14:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £28
Greyhound US 20h 0m 10:00 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £28
Greyhound US 14h 50m 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £29
Greyhound US 20h 20m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £29
Greyhound US 20h 0m 23:10 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £29

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 20m 00:15 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 13:35 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £40
FlixBus 11h 15m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £40
Greyhound US 15h 15m 14:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £40
Greyhound US 20h 20m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £40
Greyhound US 20h 0m 10:00 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £40

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 20m 00:15 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 13:35 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £39
FlixBus 11h 15m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £39
FlixBus 13h 30m 16:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £39
Greyhound US 20h 20m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £39
Greyhound US 20h 0m 23:10 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £39

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 11h 15m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £61
FlixBus 13h 30m 16:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £61
Greyhound US 20h 0m 10:00 Chicago Union Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £61
Greyhound US 20h 20m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £62
Greyhound US 20h 0m 23:10 Chicago Union Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £62
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Kansas City via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      13h 20m
      0
      00:15
      Chicago
      Downtown Coach Station
      06:25
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £29
      • Waiting Time 1h 15m
    • Busbud
      5h 55m
      0
      07:40
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      13:35
      Kansas City
      Greyhound Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      £25
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 20m 00:15 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 13:35 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35
FlixBus 11h 15m 09:45 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35
FlixBus 13h 30m 16:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35
Greyhound US 20h 20m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35
Greyhound US 20h 0m 23:10 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £35

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 13h 30m 16:30 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £53
Greyhound US 20h 20m 22:50 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £53
Greyhound US 20h 0m 23:10 Chicago Canal & Van Buren 19:10 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £53
Greyhound US 14h 50m 06:10 Chicago Downtown Coach Station 21:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £54
FlixBus 12h 50m 17:10 Chicago 95th Red Line Station 06:00 Kansas City Greyhound Bus Station  Economy £65

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Chicago to Kansas City is £28 on 28/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Chicago and Kansas City?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Chicago to Kansas City. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily coaches from Chicago to Kansas City. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Chicago and Kansas City.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 38 coaches from Chicago to Kansas City, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Kansas City, with 19 offers.

All facts for Chicago to Kansas City bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel daily 17 times by bus from Chicago to Kansas City in one click. Book your Chicago to Kansas City bus ticket starting from £28!

Cheapest Bus £28
Fastest Bus 11h 15m
Earliest Coach 06:10
Latest Coach 23:50
Daily Bus Connections 17 Ø
Distance 662.4 km
Coach Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Kansas City?

Every day, 17 buses from 2 coach companies leave Chicago for Kansas City. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 28/01/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/01
Tuesday 27/01
Wednesday 28/01
£28
Thursday 29/01
£40
Friday 30/01
£39
Saturday 31/01
£61
Sunday 01/02
Monday 02/02
£40
Tuesday 03/02
£53
Wednesday 04/02
£47
Thursday 05/02
£35
Friday 06/02
Saturday 07/02
£46
Sunday 08/02
£46
Monday 09/02
£40
Tuesday 10/02
Wednesday 11/02
Thursday 12/02
Friday 13/02
Saturday 14/02
Sunday 15/02
Monday 16/02
£43
Tuesday 17/02
Wednesday 18/02
£40
Thursday 19/02
£39
Friday 20/02
Saturday 21/02
£60
Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Kansas City

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Kansas City, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £28, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Chicago to Kansas City. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £53.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Kansas City, with £28. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £29.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Kansas City

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Chicago to Kansas City in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Chicago to Kansas City, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Chicago to Kansas City are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Kansas City

Here is a map with all coach stations in Chicago and Kansas City. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Chicago to Kansas City

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Chicago to Kansas City. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Chicago to Kansas City bus

How much does a Chicago Kansas City coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Chicago Kansas City bus trip is available from £28 and takes 15h 15m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Kansas City?

This connection is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £28 to £66. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Kansas City.

How many connections are available for the Chicago Kansas City route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Chicago to Kansas City is offered by roughly 17 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Kansas City from Chicago take?

The quickest coach from Chicago to Kansas City is provided by FlixBus and takes 11h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Kansas City?

The earliest bus to Kansas City departs from Chicago at 06:10. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Chicago to Kansas City?

The latest bus to Kansas City departs from Chicago at 23:50. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Chicago Kansas City route?

Passengers looking to travel from Chicago to Kansas City can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Kansas City?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Kansas City by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Kansas City from Chicago?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Chicago Kansas City bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Kansas City bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Kansas City on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Chicago to Kansas City?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 17 daily trips between Chicago and Kansas City. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Chicago to Kansas City?

Prices and availability for 17 trips between Chicago and Kansas City change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Kansas City

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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