What is the cheapest way to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Omaha, NE and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Omaha and arriving at Kansas City. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Omaha, NE and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from Omaha, NE station to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Omaha Station and arriving at Kansas City via Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

The distance between Omaha, NE and Kansas City is 212 miles. The road distance is 184.5 miles.

How do I travel from Omaha, NE to Kansas City without a car?

The best way to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $55 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

The bus from Omaha to Kansas City takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Omaha, NE to Kansas City bus from?

Omaha, NE to Kansas City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Omaha station.

Where do I catch the Omaha, NE to Kansas City train from?

Omaha, NE to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Omaha Station.

Train, bus or fly from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $55 - $80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $400 and takes 12h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $120 - $700 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Omaha, NE to Kansas City bus arrive?

Omaha, NE to Kansas City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Where does the Omaha, NE to Kansas City train arrive?

Omaha, NE to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Omaha, NE to Kansas City is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Omaha, NE to Kansas City.

How do I get a train ticket from Omaha, NE to Kansas City?

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 520+ hotels available in Kansas City.

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There are 4 ways to get from Omaha, NE to Kansas City by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 706 / ...
4h 20m
$55–80
Drive 183.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Omaha, NE to Kansas Citycar 183.4 mi
3h 2m
$34–49
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Omaha Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
12h 30m
$194–398
Fly
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane OMA - MCI
6h 51m
$121–701

Omaha, NE to Kansas City by foot and train (Amtrak)

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12h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.4 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Omaha, NE, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Omaha to Kansas City twice daily. Tickets cost $55–80 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Omaha, NE to Kansas City via Omaha Station and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 12h 30m.

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