What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa State University and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ames and arriving at Kansas City. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Kansas City?

The distance between Iowa State University and Kansas City is 228 miles. The road distance is 220.4 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa State University to Kansas City without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 4h 47m and costs $55 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City?

The bus from Ames to Kansas City takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Iowa State University to Kansas City bus from?

Iowa State University to Kansas City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Ames station.

Where does the Iowa State University to Kansas City bus arrive?

Iowa State University to Kansas City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Kansas City is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Iowa State University to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 495+ hotels available in Kansas City.

Iowa State University to Kansas City - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Iowa State University to Kansas City by bus, car, shuttle, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ames to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
4h 47m
$55–85
Drive 219.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Kansas Citycar 219.1 mi
3h 50m
$40–58
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DSM - MCI
7h 16m
$252–1,090
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
5h 22m
$50–87

Iowa State University to Kansas City by foot and bus

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4h 47mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.4 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Ames to Kansas City 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–85 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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