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

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Kansas City is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Kansas City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $450 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Mankato and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankato to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Mankato and arriving at Kansas City via Minneapolis-St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Mankato to Kansas City?

The distance between Mankato and Kansas City is 499 miles. The road distance is 381.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mankato to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 11h 50m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Mankato to Kansas City, including transfers.

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

Mankato to Kansas City bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, depart from Mankato station.

Where does the Mankato to Kansas City bus arrive?

Mankato to Kansas City bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Minneapolis-St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Mankato to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Kansas City is 382 miles. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Mankato to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 496+ hotels available in Kansas City.

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

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Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MSP - MCI
5h 33m
$451–987
Drive 379.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Kansas Citycar 379.7 mi
7h 11m
$70–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus Lta 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803
11h 50m
$111–187
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Rochesterbus
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Kansas City (MCI)plane RST - MCI
8h 47m
$101–587
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
13h
$83–152

Mankato to Kansas City by bus

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11h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 496.6 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Mankato to Kansas City via Minneapolis-St. Paul in around 11h 50m.

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