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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Clayton is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Clayton is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $700 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Clayton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to Clayton station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Clayton?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Clayton station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at FORSYTH station via CIVIC CENTER station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Clayton?

The distance between Kansas City and Clayton is 256 miles. The road distance is 242.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Clayton without a car is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Kansas City to Clayton, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to Clayton?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Clayton is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $190 and takes 6h 11m, you could also fly, which costs $700 - $1,100 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Kansas City to Clayton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kansas City to Clayton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansas City to Clayton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Clayton is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Kansas City to Clayton.

Where can I stay near Clayton?

There are 501+ hotels available in Clayton.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansas City to Clayton 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 / ...
4h 31m
$40–73
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
6h 11m
$89–184
Drive 241.4 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Claytoncar 241.4 mi
4h 5m
$45–64
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
3h 39m
$706–1,006

Kansas City to Clayton by bus and train (Greyhound)

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Distance: 254.8 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Clayton, MO, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–70 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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