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Topeka to Kansas City Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Topeka to Kansas City?
There are usually 1 daily train trips from Topeka to Kansas City.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£13.83 | Avg. Price£15.04 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips4 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 33m | Duration2h 1m |
Coach from Topeka to Kansas City: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Topeka to Kansas City. Traveling by coach from Topeka to Kansas City usually takes around one hour and 34 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (96 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 10m |
| Cheapest price | £11.09 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 1 |
How much is a coach ticket from Topeka to Kansas City?
Bus tickets for a trip from Topeka to Kansas City cost £12.23 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Topeka to Kansas City by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Topeka to Kansas City in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £12 to £17. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 5 November 2025.
If you’re looking to travel to Kansas City this week, bus tickets are available starting at £12.
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 14 days in advance to save up to £5.01.
What coach companies travel from Topeka to Kansas City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Topeka to Kansas City. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 1h 35m | £13.53 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Topeka to Kansas City every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Kansas City usually start from £11.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Topeka to Kansas City
The coach takes an average of one hour and 34 minutes to cover the 60 miles from Topeka to Kansas City. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 10 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Kansas City. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Kansas City, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Topeka to Kansas City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Topeka to Kansas City every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Topeka to Kansas City without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Topeka to Kansas City; ticket prices start at £13.01.
City Information
Kansas City
Straddling two states, Kansas City is a vibrant modern city with plenty of activities for visitors. Those wishing to learn more about the city’s culture and history should not miss out on the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Arts, which offers artworks for both children and adults alike. If you seek something a bit quirkier and more interesting, the Arabia Steamboat Museum will certainly satisfy your curiosity. While you are in town, don’t forget to pay the Boulevard Brewing Company a visit. It is the largest specialty brewer in the Midwest and the source of pride from many local residents.
Kansas City’s signature barbecue is another source of pride, and you should take every occasion to try it out. Some noticeable venues with well-received barbecue dishes include Danny Edwards Boulevard BBQ and Arthur Bryant's Barbeque. If that’s not really your thing, The Farmhouse and Providence New American Kitchen are also worth checking out.
Kansas City’s principal bus station is located on Troost Ave, and it offers bus trips to Chicago, Wichita and Denver, among many other places. Kansas City Union Station provides Amtrak intercity train services, and the trains Missouri River Runner and Southwest Chief pass through the station on their way. Kansas City International Airport is located 15 miles northwest of Downtown.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Topeka?
Main departure station: Bp To Go
Most coaches depart from the main station in Topeka.
All coach stations in Topeka:
Bp To Go
Where does the coach arrive in Kansas City?
Image credit: Paul Sableman
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Bus Terminal - 1101 Troost Ave
Located on Troost Avenue, the Bus Terminal provides intercity bus service from Kansas City on Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, and Amtrak Thruway buses. Popular routes from this station travel to cities such as Columbia, Chicago, and Wichita. The lounge inside the station includes seating, restrooms, and a cell phone charging station to help you stay connected during your trip. Several public transit options depart from nearby 12th St, so it’s easy to travel throughout Kansas City from the bus terminal.
Coach stations in Kansas City:
Bus Terminal - 1101 Troost Ave
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