What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Kansas City is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Alton to Kansas City is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Kansas City station. However, there are services departing from North County Transit Center and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from Alton station to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Alton Station and arriving at Kansas City via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Alton to Kansas City?

The distance between Alton and Kansas City is 282 miles. The road distance is 252 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to Kansas City without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Alton to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Alton to Kansas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Kansas City bus from?

Alton to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Kansas City train from?

Alton to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alton Station.

Train, bus or fly from Alton to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Alton to Kansas City is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 6h 12m, you could also train, which costs $100 - $220 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Alton to Kansas City bus arrive?

Alton to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the Alton to Kansas City train arrive?

Alton to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Alton to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Kansas City is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Alton to Kansas City.

How do I get a train ticket from Alton to Kansas City?

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

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Alton to Kansas City - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alton to Kansas City by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane STL - MCI
3h 12m
$135–659
Drive 250.6 mi
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1. Drive from Alton to Kansas Citycar 250.6 mi
4h 20m
$46–67
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
6h 12m
$68–108
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alton Station to Kansas Citytrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
6h 58m
$105–212

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

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Distance: 280.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Alton, IL, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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