What is the cheapest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $140 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky Derby and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City station. However, there are services departing from Taylor @ Larchmont and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station via Bardstown @ Eastern Pkwy, Louisville, KY, Evansville Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

How far is it from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City?

The distance between Kentucky Derby and Kansas City is 519 miles. The road distance is 512.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 13h 43m and costs $95 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky Derby to Kansas City bus from?

Kentucky Derby to Kansas City bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 24m and costs $140 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 13h 43m.

Where does the Kentucky Derby to Kansas City bus arrive?

Kentucky Derby to Kansas City bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Evansville, IN station.

Can I drive from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky Derby to Kansas City is 512 miles. It takes approximately 8h 32m to drive from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 520+ hotels available in Kansas City.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SDF - MCI
5h 24m
$144–767
Drive 509.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kentucky Derby to Kansas Citycar 509.3 mi
8h 32m
$93–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
13h 43m
$98–186
Bus, train via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief / ...
16h 26m
$188–386
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas Citytrain
15h 6m
$153–301

Kentucky Derby to Kansas City by foot and bus

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Distance: 516.1 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Kentucky Derby, KY, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kentucky Derby to Kansas City Bus Station via Taylor @ Larchmont, Eastern Parkway @ Bardstown, Bardstown @ Eastern Pkwy, W Broadway @ S 13th, Louisville, KY, Evansville Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 13h 43m.

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