What is the cheapest way to get from Missouri to Jefferson City?

The cheapest way to get from Missouri to Jefferson City is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Missouri to Jefferson City?

The fastest way to get from Missouri to Jefferson City is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Missouri and Jefferson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Missouri station to Jefferson City. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Jefferson City via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Missouri and Jefferson City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kansas City and arriving at Jefferson City Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Missouri to Jefferson City?

The distance between Missouri and Jefferson City is 158 miles. The road distance is 148.8 miles.

How do I travel from Missouri to Jefferson City without a car?

The best way to get from Missouri to Jefferson City without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Missouri to Jefferson City?

The train from Kansas City to Jefferson City Station takes 3h 7m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Jefferson City bus from?

Missouri to Jefferson City bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Jefferson City train from?

Missouri to Jefferson City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train or bus from Missouri to Jefferson City?

The best way to get from Missouri to Jefferson City is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs $50 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Missouri to Jefferson City bus arrive?

Missouri to Jefferson City bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Jefferson City station.

Where does the Missouri to Jefferson City train arrive?

Missouri to Jefferson City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jefferson City Station.

Can I drive from Missouri to Jefferson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Missouri to Jefferson City is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Missouri to Jefferson City.

How do I get a train ticket from Missouri to Jefferson City?

Book your Missouri to Jefferson City train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Jefferson City?

There are 19+ hotels available in Jefferson City.

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There are 3 ways to get from Missouri to Jefferson City by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Jefferson City Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
3h 7m
$50–110
Drive 147.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Jefferson Citycar 147.9 mi
2h 39m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Jefferson Citybus Greyhound US0175s
3h 18m
$32–56

Missouri to Jefferson City by train (Amtrak)

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Missouri, USA and Jefferson City, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Kansas City to Jefferson City Station twice daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, Greyhound-us operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Jefferson City once daily, and the journey takes 3h 15m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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