What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to St. Louis is to bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to St. Louis is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $85 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to St. Louis station. However, there are services departing from On Minnesota Ave At 7Th Street Eb and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and St. Louis?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kansas City and arriving at St. Louis. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Kansas City to St. Louis?

The distance between Kansas City and St. Louis is 253 miles. The road distance is 252.3 miles.

How do I travel from Kansas City to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Kansas City to St. Louis without a car is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Kansas City to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to St. Louis bus from?

Kansas City to St. Louis bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to St. Louis train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to St. Louis?

The best way to get from Kansas City to St. Louis is to bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $190 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $650 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Kansas City to St. Louis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kansas City to St. Louis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansas City to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to St. Louis is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Kansas City to St. Louis.

How do I get a train ticket from Kansas City to St. Louis?

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Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 458+ hotels available in St. Louis.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
5h 25m
$35–75
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
5h 40m
$85–190
Drive 250.9 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to St. Louiscar 250.9 mi
4h 17m
$46–67
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
3h 30m
$88–603

Kansas City to St. Louis by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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Distance: 251.2 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Kansas City, KS, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Kansas City to St. Louis twice daily. Tickets cost $85–190 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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