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How to get fromKansas City to Springfieldby bus, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansas City to Springfield by bus, car, or plane

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  1. Bus

    best
    1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Springfieldbus bus Jefferson Lines 121
    3h 40m
    $45–65

  2. Drive 165.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Kansas City to Springfieldcar car 165.1 mi
    2h 54m
    $31–44

  3. Fly

    1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF)plane plane MCI - SGF
    6h 41m
    $126–620

  4. Bus via Humansville

    1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Collinsbus bus Jefferson 121 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Collins to Springfieldbus bus Jefferson Lines 121
    4h 5m
    $59–85

Kansas City to Springfield by bus

Calendar4Weekly Buses
Duration3h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket$45Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 166.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Kansas City to Springfield 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–65 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Springfield-Branson National Airport (SGF) hourly.

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