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

The cheapest way to get from Brainerd to Kansas City is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brainerd to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Brainerd and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Brainerd to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Brainerd and arriving at Kansas City via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

How far is it from Brainerd to Kansas City?

The distance between Brainerd and Kansas City is 525 miles. The road distance is 564.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brainerd to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 13h 15m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Brainerd to Kansas City, including transfers.

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

Brainerd to Kansas City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Brainerd station.

Bus or fly from Brainerd to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Brainerd to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 13h 15m.

Where does the Brainerd to Kansas City bus arrive?

Brainerd to Kansas City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Brainerd to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Brainerd to Kansas City is 564 miles. It takes approximately 9h 22m to drive from Brainerd to Kansas City.

How do I get a bus ticket from Brainerd to Kansas City?

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 497+ hotels available in Kansas City.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brainerd to Kansas City by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BRD - MCI
5h 39m
$108–571
Drive 561.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brainerd to Kansas Citycar 561.2 mi
9h 22m
$103–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 928
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 801 / ...
13h 15m
$109–164
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MSP - MCI
7h 40m
$560–1,010
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation - Brainerd
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803
13h 52m
$160–210

Brainerd to Kansas City by bus

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Distance: 521.9 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Brainerd, MN, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Delta flies from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Kansas City (MCI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brainerd to Kansas City via Minneapolis in around 13h 15m.

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