What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City is to drive which costs $130 - $190 and takes 12h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $390 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor station to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Kansas City via Chicago and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ann Arbor and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from Ann Arbor station to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Kansas City via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 41m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Kansas City?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Kansas City is 681 miles. The road distance is 722.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 12h 41m and costs $210 - $450.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Kansas City bus from?

Ann Arbor to Kansas City bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Kansas City train from?

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

Train or bus from Ann Arbor to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City is to train which takes 12h 41m and costs $210 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 28m.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Kansas City bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Kansas City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Kansas City?

Kansas City is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 10:35 PM in Ann Arbor and 9:35 PM in Kansas City.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Kansas City train arrive?

Ann Arbor to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Kansas City is 722 miles. It takes approximately 12h 5m to drive from Ann Arbor to Kansas City.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Kansas City by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or train

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Bus to Detroit, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Blake Transit Center to DTW McNamara Terminalbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DTW - MCI
5h 17m
$397–1,115
Drive 718.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Kansas Citycar 718.1 mi
12h 5m
$131–190
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief / ...
12h 41m
$219–449
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
17h 28m
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LAN - MCI
6h 58m
$143–768
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief / ...
13h 32m
$179–363

Ann Arbor to Kansas City by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

12h 41mAverage Duration

$219Cheapest Price

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Distance: 676.9 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

You can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Kansas City via Chicago Union Station in around 12h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Kansas City via Chicago Union Station, Chicago, and Des Moines in around 17h 28m.

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