What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake is to drive which costs $55 - $90 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake is to drive which takes 6h 57m and costs $55 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Spirit Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to Spirit Lake. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Jackson via Albert Lea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Spirit Lake?

The distance between Kansas City and Spirit Lake is 458 miles. The road distance is 329 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake without a car is to bus which takes 9h 41m and costs $180 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake?

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Spirit Lake bus from?

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

Where does the Kansas City to Spirit Lake bus arrive?

Kansas City to Spirit Lake bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Albert Lea station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Spirit Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Spirit Lake is 329 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Kansas City to Spirit Lake.

Where can I stay near Spirit Lake?

There are 79+ hotels available in Spirit Lake.

Kansas City to Spirit Lake - 8 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Kansas City to Spirit Lake by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Albert Leabus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Jacksonbus Jefferson 701 / ...
9h 41m
$184–246
Drive 327.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Spirit Lakecar 327.1 mi
6h 57m
$60–87
Fly to Sioux Falls, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Sioux Falls (FSD)plane MCI - FSD
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Jacksonbus
8h 24m
$205–643
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Albert Leabus
3. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Jacksonbus
9h 56m
$171–253
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane MCI - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Spirit Lakecar
8h 51m
$118–578
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane MCI - MSP
2. Take the bus from Burnsville to Jacksonbus
9h 7m
$717–1,104
Fly to Rochester, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Rochester (RST)plane MCI - RST
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Albert Leabus
3. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Jacksonbus
10h 19m
Fly to Mason City, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Mason City (MCW)plane MCI - MCW
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Albert Leabus
3. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Jacksonbus
10h 57m
$220–709

Kansas City (MCI) to Sioux Falls (FSD) flights

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Distance: 454.9 mi
Duration: 9h 41m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Spirit Lake, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Kansas City to Spirit Lake via Albert Lea and Jackson in around 9h 41m.

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