What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City?

The distance between Columbia Airport (COU) and Kansas City is 402 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $260 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City, including transfers.

Can I drive from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 340+ hotels available in Kansas City.

Can I share a ride from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Columbia Airport (COU) and Kansas City. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City - 5 ways to travel via train, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City by shuttle, bus, train, rideshare, or car

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Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Jefferson City, Missouri to St Louis International Airportshuttle Jefferson City
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
8h 50m
$262–336
Drive 138.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas Citycar 138.8 mi
2h 18m
$26–37
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Jefferson City, Missouri to St Louis International Airportshuttle Jefferson City
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
9h 48m
$313–450
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Columbia-COU to Kansas Cityrideshare 138.8 mi
2h 18m
Shuttle, bus via Bowling Green
1. Take a shuttle bus from Columbia to Bowling Green, Moshuttle
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bowling Green, Mo to St. Louisshuttle
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
9h 51m
$97–151

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Map of how to get from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City.

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Distance: 399.8 mi
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Columbia Airport (COU), USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City. However, you can take the taxi to Jefferson City, Missouri, take the shuttle to St Louis International Airport, walk to Saint Louis, take the bus to St Louis Bus Station, then take the bus to Kansas City Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Columbia Airport (COU) to Kansas City via Jefferson City, Missouri, St Louis International Airport, LAMBERT AIRPORT TERMINAL #1 station, CIVIC CENTER station, and St. Louis in around 9h 48m.

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