What is the cheapest way to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia is to bus which costs $18 - $40 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Lee's Summit and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Lee's Summit to Columbia. However, there are services departing from On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound and arriving at Columbia via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Lee's Summit to Columbia?

The distance between Lee's Summit and Columbia is 166 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lee's Summit to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 5m and costs $160 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lee's Summit to Columbia bus from?

Lee's Summit to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the Lee's Summit to Columbia bus arrive?

Lee's Summit to Columbia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Columbia station.

Can I drive from Lee's Summit to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lee's Summit to Columbia is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Lee's Summit to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 57+ hotels available in Columbia.

Lee's Summit to Columbia - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lee's Summit to Columbia by train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Lee's Summit Station to Jefferson City Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the taxi from Jefferson City Station to Columbiataxi
3h 5m
$162–238
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Columbiabus Greyhound US0175s
3h 57m
$18–40
Drive 118.4 mi
1. Drive from Lee's Summit to Columbiacar 118.4 mi
2h 3m
$22–32
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lee's Summit Station to Warrensburg Amtrak Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrensburg Chamber Of Commerce to Columbiabus Greyhound US0175s
4h 28m
$31–67

Lee's Summit to Columbia by bus and foot (Greyhound)

15Weekly Services

3h 57mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Lee's Summit, MO, USA and Columbia, MO, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Columbia 4 times a day. Tickets cost $18–40 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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