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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Kansas City to Columbia. Traveling by bus from Kansas City to Columbia usually takes around 3 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in just one hour and 50 minutes.
Distance | 121 mi (195 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 50m |
Cheapest price | PLN 95.48 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Kansas City to Columbia?
Bus tickets for a trip from Kansas City to Columbia cost PLN 103.45 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Kansas City to Columbia is expected to be between PLN 102 and PLN 142. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is May 7, 2024, when tickets are available for May 7, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just PLN 102.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Kansas City to Columbia?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Kansas City to Columbia. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 3 | 3h 9m | PLN 114.22 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 3 bus trips from Kansas City to Columbia every day, with the average journey taking around 3 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Columbia usually start from PLN 95.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 121 miles from Kansas City to Columbia. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 50 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Columbia, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 8:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Kansas City to Columbia, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 bus leave from in Kansas City?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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.
All bus stations in Kansas City:
Bus Terminal - 1101 Troost Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Columbia?
Main arrival station: Midway Truck Plaza
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Columbia.
All bus stations in Columbia:
Midway Truck Plaza
Wabash Station - E Ash St and N 10th St
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