What is the cheapest way to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby?

The fastest way to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $110 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Missouri and Kentucky Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Missouri station to Kentucky Derby. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at 7th @ Algonquin via St Louis Bus Station, Evansville, IN and 13th @ Magazine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

How far is it from Missouri to Kentucky Derby?

The distance between Missouri and Kentucky Derby is 274 miles. The road distance is 512.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby without a car is to bus which takes 13h 16m and costs $95 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Kentucky Derby bus from?

Missouri to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Missouri to Kentucky Derby?

The best way to get from Missouri to Kentucky Derby is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $110 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $240 and takes 13h 16m.

Where does the Missouri to Kentucky Derby bus arrive?

Missouri to Kentucky Derby bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Missouri to Kentucky Derby?

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

Where can I stay near Kentucky Derby?

There are 617+ hotels available in Kentucky Derby.

Missouri to Kentucky Derby - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane STL - SDF
5h 59m
$114–706
Drive 509.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Kentucky Derbycar 509.3 mi
8h 32m
$93–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KYbus
13h 16m
$99–238
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Louisville, KYbus
16h 2m
$133–336
Fly from Kansas City
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane MCI - SDF
6h 45m
$151–903

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) flights

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Distance: 272.1 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Missouri, USA and Kentucky Derby, KY, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Kentucky Derby via St Louis Bus Station, Evansville, IN, Louisville, KY, 13th @ Magazine, and 7th @ Algonquin in around 13h 16m.

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