What is the cheapest way to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

The cheapest way to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

The fastest way to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Jefferson City and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct bus from Jefferson City to Lawrence. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City and arriving at Lawrence Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Jefferson City and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct train from Jefferson City station to Lawrence station. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City Station and arriving at Lawrence Amtrak Station via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

The distance between Jefferson City and Lawrence is 196 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

How do I travel from Jefferson City to Lawrence without a car?

The best way to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $50 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jefferson City to Lawrence bus from?

Jefferson City to Lawrence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Jefferson City station.

Where do I catch the Jefferson City to Lawrence train from?

Jefferson City to Lawrence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jefferson City Station.

Train or bus from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

The best way to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $50 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Jefferson City to Lawrence bus arrive?

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

Where does the Jefferson City to Lawrence train arrive?

Jefferson City to Lawrence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Jefferson City to Lawrence is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Jefferson City to Lawrence.

How do I get a train ticket from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Jefferson City to Lawrence?

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Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 46+ hotels available in Lawrence.

Jefferson City to Lawrence - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Jefferson City to Lawrence by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jefferson City to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
4h 53m
$55–83
Drive 178.1 mi
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1. Drive from Jefferson City to Lawrencecar 178.1 mi
3h 17m
$33–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
5h 23m
$64–128

Jefferson City to Lawrence by train (Amtrak)

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5h 23mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Jefferson City, MO, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Jefferson City to Lawrence Bus Stop via Jefferson City and Kansas City Bus Station in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jefferson City Station to Lawrence Amtrak Station via Kansas City in around 5h 23m.

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