What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at East Village - Bay J via Iowa City, Des Moines and On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Kansas City is 337 miles. The road distance is 313.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Kansas City bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Kansas City bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $210 - $1,200 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Kansas City bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Kansas City bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Kansas City is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 499+ hotels available in Kansas City.

Cedar Rapids to Kansas City - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Kansas City by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
8h 21m
Drive 311.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Kansas Citycar 311.4 mi
5h 27m
$57–83
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CID - MCI
7h 21m
$212–1,202
Drive to Waterloo Municipal Airport, fly
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)car
2. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ALO - MCI
9h 35m
$121–615

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

114Weekly Planes

5h 31mAverage Duration

$211Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.6 mi
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Kansas City, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to East Village - Bay J via Iowa City, Des Moines, Kansas City Bus Station, and On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside in around 8h 21m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI) hourly.

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