What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $85 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and East Saint Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City station to East Saint Louis 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 16m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and East Saint Louis?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to East Saint Louis station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at 5TH & MISSOURI station via CIVIC CENTER station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Kansas City to East Saint Louis?

The distance between Kansas City and East Saint Louis is 252 miles. The road distance is 251.4 miles.

How do I travel from Kansas City to East Saint Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis without a car is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to East Saint Louis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kansas City to East Saint Louis train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to East Saint Louis?

The best way to get from Kansas City to East Saint Louis is to bus which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $190 and takes 5h 56m, you could also fly, which costs $85 - $650 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Kansas City to East Saint Louis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kansas City to East Saint Louis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansas City to East Saint Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to East Saint Louis is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Kansas City to East Saint Louis.

Where can I stay near East Saint Louis?

There are 437+ hotels available in East Saint Louis.

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansas City to East Saint 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 / ...
4h 16m
$40–73
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
5h 56m
$92–186
Drive 249.9 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to East Saint Louiscar 249.9 mi
4h 16m
$46–66
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
3h 47m
$88–603

Kansas City to East Saint Louis by bus and train (Greyhound)

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Distance: 250.3 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and East Saint Louis, IL, 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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