Bus Kansas City to Chicago: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Kansas City to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Kansas City to Chicago from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$82

tomorrow

$85

Monday

$72

Tuesday

$82

Wednesday

Thursday

$71

Friday

$76

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	13h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:50:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Greyhound US	13h 30m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:50:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Greyhound US	21h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:45 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$116	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:50:00 PM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 5m	4:00 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$85	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/26/2026 4:00:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 5m
Greyhound US	13h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$85	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/26/2026 3:50:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Greyhound US	13h 25m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/26/2026 8:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Greyhound US	21h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:45 PM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/26/2026 3:50:00 PM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 55m
Greyhound US	23h 20m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	8:00 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	Economy	$116	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/26/2026 8:40:00 AM to Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 55m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:10:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	13h 25m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/27/2026 8:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Greyhound US	13h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:50:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Greyhound US	14h 15m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/27/2026 4:10:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
Greyhound US	13h 30m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:50:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 55m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/28/2026 4:10:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	13h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:50:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Greyhound US	14h 15m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/28/2026 4:10:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
Greyhound US	13h 30m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:20 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:50:00 PM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 30m
Greyhound US	13h 25m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$94	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/28/2026 8:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 55m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$71	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/30/2026 4:10:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	13h 25m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$71	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/30/2026 8:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Greyhound US	13h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$71	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:50:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $71 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Greyhound US	15h 30m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	7:40 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/30/2026 4:10:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 30m
Greyhound US	14h 55m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$95	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/30/2026 8:40:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $95 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 55m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/31/2026 4:10:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Greyhound US	13h 25m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	10:05 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/31/2026 8:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 25m
Greyhound US	13h 55m	3:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:45 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	Economy	$77	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:50:00 PM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $77 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 55m
Greyhound US	14h 15m	4:10 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	6:25 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$89	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/31/2026 4:10:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 6:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 15m
Greyhound US	14h 55m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	11:35 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	Economy	$89	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/31/2026 8:40:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 11:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Chicago via Columbia, MO, you can save more than $8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  13h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:40 AM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  10:30 AM
  
  Columbia, MO
  Red Thread
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 7/30/2026 8:40:00 AM to Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
- Greyhound US
  
  11h 25m
  
  0
  
  10:40 AM
  
  Columbia, MO
  Red Thread
  
  10:05 PM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Red Thread, Columbia, MO (USA) at 7/30/2026 10:40:00 AM to Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 10:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save $8

Frequency of bus connections between Kansas City and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Kansas City and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 16 daily buses from Kansas City to Chicago. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Kansas City and Chicago.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 31 buses from Kansas City to Chicago, while Night sees the fewest connections between Kansas City and Chicago, with 19 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/30/2026 costs just $71, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Kansas City to Chicago

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 11 times every day by bus from Kansas City to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kansas City to Chicago starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus	$71
Fastest Bus	11h 55m
Earliest Bus	3:50 PM
Latest Bus	3:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	11 Ø
Distance	411.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Kansas City to Chicago

Every day, 11 buses from 1 bus companies leave Kansas City for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$82

Sunday 07/26

$85

Monday 07/27

$72

Tuesday 07/28

$96

Wednesday 07/29

$71

Thursday 07/30

$71

Friday 07/31

$87

Saturday 08/01

$80

Sunday 08/02

$83

Monday 08/03

$82

Tuesday 08/04

$74

Wednesday 08/05

$75

Thursday 08/06

$78

Friday 08/07

$75

Saturday 08/08

$75

Sunday 08/09

$77

Monday 08/10

$92

Tuesday 08/11

$73

Wednesday 08/12

$93

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Kansas City to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Kansas City to Chicago, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $71, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Kansas City to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $77.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kansas City to Chicago, with $71. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $71.

How to save money travelling from Kansas City to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Kansas City to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Kansas City to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Kansas City to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Kansas City and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Kansas City and Chicago.

Greyhound Bus Station

Troost Avenue 1102

Metrocenter

Grand Blvd 202

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Service and Comfort on the bus from Kansas City to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Kansas City to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Kansas City to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Kansas City to Chicago bus

How much does a Kansas City Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 11h 55m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Kansas City to Chicago?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $127. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Kansas City to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Kansas City to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 11 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Kansas City to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Kansas City to Chicago is offered by Greyhound US and takes 11h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $75. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Kansas City to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Kansas City starts at 3:50 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Kansas City to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Kansas City for Chicago starts at 3:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Kansas City Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Kansas City to Chicago, passengers can travel with Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Kansas City and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Kansas City to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Kansas City Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Kansas City Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Kansas City to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Kansas City to Chicago

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Kansas City and to Chicago

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Kansas City and to Chicago. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!