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Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO by bus

The journey from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO by bus is 727.53 km and takes 11 hrs 8 mins. There are 4 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:15 a.m. and the last at 10:15 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO by bus for as little as $85.95 or as much as $231.89. The best price for this journey is $85.95.

Lowest Price $85.95
Journey Duration 11 hrs 8 mins
Connection per Day 4
Lowest Price $85.95
Highest Price $231.89
First Departure 1:15 a.m.
Last Departure 10:15 p.m.
Distance 727.53 km
Departure Indianapolis, IN
Arrival Kansas City, MO
Carriers Amtrak, Greyhound

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO

The cheapest Indianapolis, IN - Kansas City, MO bus tickets can be found for as low as $135.06 if you’re lucky, or $160.72 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $199.52.

Find the best day to travel to Kansas City, MO by bus

When travelling to Kansas City, MO by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak and Greyhound from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO
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Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
50.93kg
Bus
54.56kg
Flight
145.51kg
Car
116.4kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO?
A bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO is $145.91. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $85.95.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO is $85.95. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Indianapolis, IN and Kansas City, MO by bus?
Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO is 727.53 km.
How long does the bus between Indianapolis, IN and Kansas City, MO take?
Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO is on average 11 hrs 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO?
The bus journey from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Amtrak and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO?
Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO has 4 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO leave?
The earliest bus from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO departs at 1:15 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO depart?
The latest bus from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO departs at 10:15 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $85.95 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO?
There are on average 3 direct connection(s) from Indianapolis, IN to go to Kansas City, MO.
What's the fastest journey time between Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Indianapolis, IN and Kansas City, MO is 7 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Indianapolis, IN and Kansas City, MO.
What are the CO2 emissions for Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO by bus?
The bus journey from Indianapolis, IN to Kansas City, MO creates 54.56kg of CO2 emissions.

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