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

The cheapest way to get from Denver to Kansas City is to bus which costs $95 - $180 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Denver to Kansas City is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $190 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Denver and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Denver Union Station station and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Denver and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from Denver to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Denver and arriving at Kansas City via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 23m.

How far is it from Denver to Kansas City?

The distance between Denver and Kansas City is 582 miles. The road distance is 600.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Denver to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 11h 25m and costs $95 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Denver to Kansas City, including transfers.

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

Denver to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Denver Union Station.

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

Denver to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Denver station.

Train, bus or fly from Denver to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Denver to Kansas City is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $190 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $180 and takes 11h 25m, you could also train, which costs $370 - $750 and takes 21h 23m.

Where does the Denver to Kansas City bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Denver and Kansas City?

Kansas City is 1h ahead of Denver. It is currently 7:28 AM in Denver and 8:28 AM in Kansas City.

Where does the Denver to Kansas City train arrive?

Denver to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Denver to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver to Kansas City is 600 miles. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Denver to Kansas City.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DEN - MCI
4h 53m
$190–810
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1200 / ...
11h 25m
$95–180
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
21h 23m
$378–747
Drive 597 mi
1. Drive from Denver to Kansas Citycar 597 mi
9h 14m
$109–158

Denver to Kansas City by bus (Greyhound)

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11h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 578.3 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Denver, CO, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Denver (DEN) to Kansas City (MCI) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $95–180 and the journey takes 11h 25m.

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