What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $600 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Paul and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint Paul Union Depot and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station station. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Saint Paul and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Paul to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from St. Paul-Minneapolis and arriving at Kansas City via Chicago Union Station and Naperville Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 45m.

How far is it from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

The distance between Saint Paul and Kansas City is 428 miles. The road distance is 440.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City without a car is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs $100 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Paul to Kansas City bus from?

Saint Paul to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Where do I catch the Saint Paul to Kansas City train from?

Saint Paul to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Paul-Minneapolis station.

Train, bus or fly from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $600 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 5m, you could also train, which costs $260 - $550 and takes 16h 45m.

Where does the Saint Paul to Kansas City bus arrive?

Saint Paul to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the Saint Paul to Kansas City train arrive?

Saint Paul to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Paul to Kansas City is 440 miles. It takes approximately 7h 8m to drive from Saint Paul to Kansas City.

How do I get a train ticket from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Saint Paul to Kansas City?

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint Paul to Kansas City by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MSP - MCI
4h 31m
$602–952
Drive 437.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Paul to Kansas Citycar 437.5 mi
7h 8m
$80–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
9h 5m
$100–150
Train
1. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Napervilletrain
3. Take the train from Naperville Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain
16h 45m
$269–544
Bus via MSP Terminal 1 Transit Station
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803
10h 52m
$102–152

Saint Paul to Kansas City by bus

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9h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 425 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Delta flies from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Kansas City Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 9h 5m. Jefferson Lines also services this route 4 times a week.

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