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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Kearney is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Kearney is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Kearney?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to Kearney. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Kearney via Omaha, NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Kearney?

The distance between Kansas City and Kearney is 400 miles. The road distance is 322 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Kearney without a car is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 9h 30m to get from Kansas City to Kearney, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Kansas City to Kearney?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Kearney is to bus which takes 9h 30m and costs $80 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $650 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Kansas City to Kearney bus arrive?

Kansas City to Kearney bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Omaha station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Kearney?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Kearney is 322 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Kansas City to Kearney.

Where can I stay near Kearney?

There are 23+ hotels available in Kearney.

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There are 5 ways to get from Kansas City to Kearney by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Omahabus Jefferson Lines 705
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Kearneybus Greyhound US0123S
9h 30m
$85–126
Drive 320.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Kearneycar 320.2 mi
5h 20m
$59–85
Fly to Kearney Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR)plane MCI - EAR
6h 18m
$145–645
Fly to Central Nebraska Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI)plane MCI - GRI
2. Take the bus from Grand Island Bus Station to Kearneybus
9h 5m
$154–684
Fly to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF)plane MCI - LBF
2. Take the bus from North Platte to Kearneybus
8h 41m
$145–614

Kansas City to Kearney by bus

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Distance: 397.8 mi
Duration: 9h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Kansas City to Kearney via Omaha, NE in around 9h 30m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) 5 times a day.

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