What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Topeka?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Topeka is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to Topeka?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Topeka is to drive which takes 6h 28m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Topeka via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Topeka?

The distance between Waterloo and Topeka is 382 miles. The road distance is 361.1 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo to Topeka without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Topeka without a car is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo to Topeka?

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Waterloo to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Topeka bus from?

Waterloo to Topeka bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo to Topeka bus arrive?

Waterloo to Topeka bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Waterloo to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Topeka is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Waterloo to Topeka.

How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo to Topeka?

Book your Waterloo to Topeka bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 39+ hotels available in Topeka.

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo to Topeka by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

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best
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
9h 15m
$67–105
Drive 359.1 mi
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1. Drive from Waterloo to Topekacar 359.1 mi
6h 28m
$66–95
Fly Waterloo Municipal Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ALO - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
9h 36m
$106–451
Fly Waterloo Municipal Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ALO - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 26m
$160–679
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Drive from Waterloo to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CID - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 3m
$151–672

Waterloo to Topeka by bus

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9h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 380.1 mi
Duration: 9h 15m

What companies run services between Waterloo, IA, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Waterloo to Topeka via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station in around 9h 15m.

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How to get fromWaterloo to Topekaby bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo to Topeka by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

Bus

Drive 359.1 mi

Fly Waterloo Municipal Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive

Fly Waterloo Municipal Airport to Kansas City, bus

Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus