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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Dallas is to bus via Denton which costs $85 - $150 and takes 12h 5m.

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 54m and costs $85 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Dallas?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to Dallas. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum via Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

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 493 miles. The road distance is 489.8 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 12h 5m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 12h 5m and costs $85 - $150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $320 - $650 and takes 22h 38m, you could also fly, which costs $90 - $600 and takes 5h 5m.

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 490 miles. It takes approximately 8h 25m to drive from Kansas City to Dallas.

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

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

Book your Kansas City to Dallas bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near 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
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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 54m
$86–476
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 / ...
12h 5m
$89–147
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
$322–641
Drive 486.9 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Dallascar 486.9 mi
8h 25m
$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 5m
$93–553
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 12m
$86–406
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136S / ...
12h 40m
$90–166

Kansas City to Dallas by bus (Flixbus)

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12h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 490 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum via Denton in around 12h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kansas City to Dallas via St. Louis in around 22h 38m.

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