Cheap bus tickets from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS

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Bus from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity buses per day from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS. Traveling by bus from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS usually takes around 41 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 19 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance: 916 mi (1474 km)
Shortest duration: 19h 15m
Cheapest price: RON 419.93
Trips per day: 0
Most frequent service: FlixBus US
Bus lines: 2

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McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS:

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How much is a bus ticket from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS?

Bus tickets for a trip from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS cost RON 452.15 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from RON 503 to RON 623. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 23, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Kansas City, KS this week, bus tickets are available starting at RON 503.

Average bus ticket prices from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS by month

Taking the bus from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only RON 734. If you're planning to take the bus from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS during January, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 1,154. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 26 days in advance. This way, you can save up to RON 366.97 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS 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	42h 26m	RON 700.41
Tornado Bus	1	19h 15m	RON 1,038.85

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, TX to Kansas City, KS, and the average ticket for this route costs only RON 700.41.
Tornado Bus is a Texan bus company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their buses offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, restrooms, and power outlets.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS

There are usually only 2 buses per day from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 41 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 916 miles from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS. However, the fastest bus only takes 19 hours and 15 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.

Distance (mi)

916

Distance (km)

1474

The first bus leaves at 9:10am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from McAllen, TX to Kansas City, KS, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

9:10am

Latest bus

11:00pm

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, 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 Kansas City, KS, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Wednesday

Least crowded

Sunday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in McAllen, TX?

Main departure station: Tornado Bus Station

McAllen, TX has two bus stations with service to Kansas City, KS.

All bus stations in McAllen, TX:

Tornado Bus Station
1501 W Highway 83

Where does the bus arrive in Kansas City, KS?

Main arrival station: 47Th Street Transit Center

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Kansas City, KS.

All bus stations in Kansas City, KS:

47Th Street Transit Center
4753 Parallel Pkwy

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