What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Kansas City is to bus which costs $30 - $65 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Kansas City is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Station station and arriving at Kansas City. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Washington to Kansas City?

The distance between Washington and Kansas City is 229 miles. The road distance is 216.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Kansas City?

The train from Washington Station to Kansas City takes 4h 34m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Washington to Kansas City bus from?

Washington to Kansas City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Kansas City train from?

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

Train or bus from Washington to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Washington to Kansas City is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Washington to Kansas City bus arrive?

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

Where does the Washington to Kansas City train arrive?

Washington to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Washington to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Kansas City is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Washington to Kansas City.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Station to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
4h 34m
$70–150
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
4h 45m
$30–65
Drive 215.1 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Kansas Citycar 215.1 mi
3h 42m
$40–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Washington Station to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane STL - MCI
5h 47m
$104–637

Washington to Kansas City by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 227.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Station to Kansas City twice daily. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 4h 34m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington to Kansas City Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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