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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Dallas is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Dallas is to fly and tram which takes 3h 50m and costs $85 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Dallas?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to Dallas. However, there are services departing from On Minnesota Ave At 7Th Street Eb and arriving at Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum via Kansas City Bus Station and Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Dallas?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Dallas. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Dallas via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 38m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Dallas?

The distance between Kansas City and Dallas is 492 miles. The road distance is 489.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Dallas without a car is to bus via Denton which takes 13h 30m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Kansas City to Dallas, including transfers.

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

Kansas City to Dallas bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to Dallas?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Dallas is to bus via Denton which takes 13h 30m and costs $90 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $300 - $700 and takes 22h 38m, you could also fly, which costs $600 - $1,000 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Kansas City to Dallas bus arrive?

Kansas City to Dallas bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Denton station.

Where does the Kansas City to Dallas train arrive?

Kansas City to Dallas train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Dallas?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Dallas is 489 miles. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Kansas City to Dallas.

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

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Where can I stay near Dallas?

There are 1927+ hotels available in Dallas.

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There are 7 ways to get from Kansas City to Dallas by plane, tram, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly Kansas City to Dallas, tram
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Dallas (DAL)plane MCI - DAL
2. Take the tram from Inwood/Love Field Station to West End Stationtram
3h 50m
$86–466
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136S / ...
13h 46m
$83–163
Bus via Denton (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus FlixBus 2241
2. Take the bus from Denton to Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellumbus FlixBus 2230 / ...
13h 30m
$92–163
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Dallastrain Texas Eagle
22h 38m
$309–653
Drive 486.5 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Dallascar 486.5 mi
8h 26m
$89–129
Fly Kansas City to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)plane MCI - DFW
5h 1m
$603–953
Drive to Manhattan Regional Airport, fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
1. Drive from Kansas City to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)car
2. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)plane MHK - DFW
5h 13m
$90–415

Kansas City to Dallas by bus and foot (Flixbus)

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Distance: 489.4 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Kansas City, KS, USA and Dallas, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from On Minnesota Ave At 7Th Street Eb to Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum via East Village Bay M, Kansas City Bus Station, and Denton in around 13h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kansas City to Dallas via St. Louis in around 22h 38m.

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