What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls is to bus via Des Moines which costs $50 - $100 and takes 7h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Cedar Falls?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to Cedar Falls. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Main St and W 18th St via Des Moines and Central Transfer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Cedar Falls?

The distance between Kansas City and Cedar Falls is 309 miles. The road distance is 297.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls?

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Cedar Falls bus from?

Kansas City to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Bus or fly from Kansas City to Cedar Falls?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $600 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Kansas City to Cedar Falls bus arrive?

Kansas City to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Cedar Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Cedar Falls is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Kansas City to Cedar Falls.

Where can I stay near Cedar Falls?

There are 46+ hotels available in Cedar Falls.

Kansas City to Cedar Falls - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansas City to Cedar Falls by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Btw 1210
7h 15m
Bus via Des Moines
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154
7h 47m
$53–100
Drive 295.7 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Cedar Fallscar 295.7 mi
5h 20m
$54–78
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane MCI - ALO
6h 21m
$115–569

Kansas City (MCI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) flights

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Distance: 307.1 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Cedar Falls, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Kansas City to Main St and W 18th St via Des Moines, Waterloo, and Central Transfer in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 4 times a day.

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