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Bus from McAllen to Kansas City: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from McAllen to Kansas City. Traveling by bus from McAllen to Kansas City usually takes around 28 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 916 mi (1474 km) |
| Shortest duration | 19h 35m |
| Cheapest price | €101.37 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from McAllen to Kansas City?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from McAllen to Kansas City that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1d 7h 29m | €148.51 |
| Tornado Bus | 1 | 19h 35m | €187.65 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from McAllen to Kansas City, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from McAllen to Kansas City
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 916 miles from McAllen to Kansas City. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from McAllen to Kansas City for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from McAllen to Kansas City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in McAllen?
Main departure station: Tornado Bus Station
McAllen has two bus stations with service to Kansas City.
All bus stations in McAllen:
Tornado Bus Station
1501 W Highway 83
Where does the bus arrive in Kansas City?
Main arrival station: 47Th Street Transit Center
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Kansas City.
All bus stations in Kansas City:
47Th Street Transit Center
4753 Parallel Pkwy
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