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Springfield - Kansas City Coach Timetable
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Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Springfield to Kansas City. Traveling by coach from Springfield to Kansas City usually takes around 4 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 5 minutes.
Distance | 148 mi (238 km) |
Shortest duration | 3h 5m |
Cheapest price | €38.72 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Springfield to Kansas City?
€47.22 is the average price of a bus ticket from Springfield to Kansas City. Any tickets cheaper than €47.22 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Bus tickets from Springfield to Kansas City are expected to cost between €39 and €56 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Kansas City within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from €46. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Springfield to Kansas City?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Springfield to Kansas City that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Greyhound | 1 | 4h 15m | €51.72 |
Jefferson Lines | 1 | 3h 5m | €69.94 |
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 1 bus trips from Springfield to Kansas City every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Kansas City usually start from €35.
Book Jefferson Lines from Springfield to Kansas City from €70. There are 1 Jefferson Lines schedules from Springfield to Kansas City and you can expect on average to pay for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Kansas City. In Springfield, Jefferson Lines departs to Kansas City from 211 N Main Ave and no other station. In Kansas City, Jefferson Lines arrives at Bus Terminal - 1101 Troost Ave and no other station.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Springfield to Kansas City takes 3 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Kansas City.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 148 miles from Springfield to Kansas City. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 5 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
There is usually only one coach per day from Springfield to Kansas City. It leaves the station in Springfield at 12:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Springfield?
Main departure station: Springfield (Arna's Food Mart), MO
Springfield has two coach stations with service to Kansas City.
All coach stations in Springfield:
Springfield (Arna's Food Mart), MO
211 N Main Ave
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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