What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor is to fly and bus which takes 5h 47m and costs $130 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Ann Arbor?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to Ann Arbor station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Ann Arbor Amtrak Station via St Louis Bus Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Ann Arbor?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Ann Arbor station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Ann Arbor Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Ann Arbor?

The distance between Kansas City and Ann Arbor is 688 miles. The road distance is 718.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor without a car is to train which takes 13h 22m and costs $370 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Ann Arbor bus from?

Kansas City to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Ann Arbor train from?

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

Train or bus from Kansas City to Ann Arbor?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor is to train which takes 13h 22m and costs $370 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 16h 28m.

Where does the Kansas City to Ann Arbor bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Ann Arbor?

Ann Arbor is 1h ahead of Kansas City. It is currently 8:24 AM in Kansas City and 9:24 AM in Ann Arbor.

Where does the Kansas City to Ann Arbor train arrive?

Kansas City to Ann Arbor train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Ann Arbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Ann Arbor is 718 miles. It takes approximately 12h 10m to drive from Kansas City to Ann Arbor.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ann Arbor?

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Kansas City to Ann Arbor - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kansas City to Ann Arbor by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly to Detroit, bus
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Detroit (DTW)plane MCI - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
5h 47m
$139–770
Fly to Capital Region International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)plane MCI - LAN
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MIbus
8h 58m
$102–578
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Stationtrain Wolverine
13h 22m
$371–579
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Stationbus
16h 28m
Drive 714.2 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Ann Arborcar 714.2 mi
12h 10m
$123–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann Arborbus Greyhound US0160
14h 5m
$276–439

Kansas City to Ann Arbor by train (Amtrak)

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13h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 684.3 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Ann Arbor, MI, USA?

You can take a train from Kansas City to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 13h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Ann Arbor Amtrak Station via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 16h 28m.

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