What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between St. Louis and Lee's Summit?

No, there is no direct bus from St. Louis station to Lee's Summit. However, there are services departing from St Louis Bus Station and arriving at On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound via On 13Th Between Charlotte & Holmes Wb and On Grand At Pershing Farside Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between St. Louis and Lee's Summit?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from St. Louis and arriving at Lee's Summit Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

The distance between St. Louis and Lee's Summit is 257 miles. The road distance is 242.5 miles.

How do I travel from St. Louis to Lee's Summit without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $80 - $170.

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

The train from St. Louis to Lee's Summit Station takes 4h 53m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Lee's Summit bus from?

St. Louis to Lee's Summit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the St. Louis to Lee's Summit train from?

St. Louis to Lee's Summit train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Train or bus from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $80 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the St. Louis to Lee's Summit bus arrive?

St. Louis to Lee's Summit bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the St. Louis to Lee's Summit train arrive?

St. Louis to Lee's Summit train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lee's Summit Station.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Lee's Summit is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from St. Louis to Lee's Summit.

How do I get a train ticket from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

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How do I get a bus ticket from St. Louis to Lee's Summit?

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Where can I stay near Lee's Summit?

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There are 4 ways to get from St. Louis to Lee's Summit by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Lee's Summit Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
4h 53m
$80–170
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
6h 31m
$40–74
Drive 241.1 mi
1. Drive from St. Louis to Lee's Summitcar 241.1 mi
4h 11m
$44–64
Fly, train
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane STL - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lee's Summit Stationtrain
6h 26m
$100–618

St. Louis to Lee's Summit by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 255.6 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Lee's Summit, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from St. Louis to Lee's Summit Station twice daily. Tickets cost $80–170 and the journey takes 4h 53m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–75 and the journey takes 4h.

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