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

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tomorrow

$204

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

$194

Wednesday

$187

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	27h 20m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$204	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/7/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/8/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
Greyhound US	30h 0m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$204	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/7/2026 6:50:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/9/2026 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound US	30h 5m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	3:45 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$205	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/7/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/8/2026 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $205 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 5m
Greyhound US	36h 55m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	8:45 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$205	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/7/2026 6:50:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/9/2026 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $205 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 55m
Greyhound US	44h 30m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:20 PM	Philadelphia	IRS Building	Economy	$206	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/7/2026 6:50:00 PM to IRS Building, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/9/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $206 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $62? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  30h 0m
  
  0
  
  6:00 AM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  12:05 PM
  
  St. Louis, MO
  Gateway Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $48
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/8/2026 6:00:00 AM to Gateway Station, St. Louis, MO (USA) arriving at 2/8/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 5m
- Busbud
  
  22h 5m
  
  0
  
  1:55 PM
  
  St. Louis, MO
  Gateway Station
  
  1:00 PM
  
  Philadelphia
  Convention Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $94
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Gateway Station, St. Louis, MO (USA) at 2/8/2026 1:55:00 PM to Convention Center, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/9/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 5m
Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $62

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	30h 5m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	3:45 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$194	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/10/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/11/2026 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $194 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 5m
Greyhound US	36h 55m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	8:45 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$194	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/10/2026 6:50:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/12/2026 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $194 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 55m
Greyhound US	27h 20m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$197	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/10/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/11/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
Greyhound US	30h 0m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$197	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/10/2026 6:50:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/12/2026 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m
Greyhound US	44h 30m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:20 PM	Philadelphia	IRS Building	Economy	$199	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/10/2026 6:50:00 PM to IRS Building, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/12/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $199 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $77? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  36h 20m
  
  0
  
  6:50 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  10:50 PM
  
  St. Louis, MO
  Gateway Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $34
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/9/2026 6:50:00 PM to Gateway Station, St. Louis, MO (USA) arriving at 2/9/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
- Busbud
  
  22h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:45 AM
  
  St. Louis, MO
  Gateway Station
  
  8:10 AM
  
  Philadelphia
  Convention Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $83
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Gateway Station, St. Louis, MO (USA) at 2/10/2026 8:45:00 AM to Convention Center, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/11/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
Travel time is 8h 0m longer, but you will save $77

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	27h 20m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$187	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/11/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/12/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $187 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 20m
Greyhound US	31h 55m	8:40 AM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	5:35 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$188	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/11/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/12/2026 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $188 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 55m
Greyhound US	36h 55m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	8:45 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$196	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/11/2026 6:50:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/13/2026 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 36h 55m
Greyhound US	44h 30m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	4:20 PM	Philadelphia	IRS Building	Economy	$199	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/11/2026 6:50:00 PM to IRS Building, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/13/2026 4:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $199 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 30m
Greyhound US	30h 0m	6:50 PM	Kansas City	Greyhound Bus Station	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$200	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/11/2026 6:50:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/13/2026 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $200 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $70? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Busbud
  
  36h 20m
  
  0
  
  6:50 PM
  
  Kansas City
  Greyhound Bus Station
  
  10:50 PM
  
  St. Louis, MO
  Gateway Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $34
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Greyhound Bus Station, Kansas City (USA) at 2/9/2026 6:50:00 PM to Gateway Station, St. Louis, MO (USA) arriving at 2/9/2026 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
- Busbud
  
  22h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:45 AM
  
  St. Louis, MO
  Gateway Station
  
  8:10 AM
  
  Philadelphia
  Convention Center
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $83
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Gateway Station, St. Louis, MO (USA) at 2/10/2026 8:45:00 AM to Convention Center, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 2/11/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 25m
Travel time is 8h 0m longer, but you will save $70

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia is $132 on 2/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Kansas City and Philadelphia

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

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Kansas City and Philadelphia.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 9 buses from Kansas City to Philadelphia, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Kansas City and Philadelphia, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 5 times every day by bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Kansas City to Philadelphia starting from $132!

Cheapest Bus	$132
Fastest Bus	28h 20m
Earliest Bus	8:40 AM
Latest Bus	6:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	1,033.7 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Kansas City to Philadelphia

Every day, 5 buses from 1 bus companies leave Kansas City for Philadelphia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 02/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

Tuesday 02/03

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

$204

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

$194

Wednesday 02/11

$187

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

Sunday 02/22

Monday 02/23

Tuesday 02/24

Wednesday 02/25

Thursday 02/26

Friday 02/27

Saturday 02/28

The cheapest time to travel from Kansas City to Philadelphia

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

With a price starting from $187, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $204.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Kansas City to Philadelphia, with $187. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $194.

How to save money travelling from Kansas City to Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Kansas City and Philadelphia

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

Greyhound Bus Station

Troost Avenue 1102

Metrocenter

Grand Blvd 202

Central Bus Station

Filbert St 1001

Market St

Spring Garden St Station

Spring Garden St & 2nd St

JFK & Broad

John F Kennedy Blvd 1401

30th Street Station

Market St 2955

Service and Comfort on the bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia

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

FAQs about the Kansas City to Philadelphia bus

How much does a Kansas City Philadelphia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $132 and takes 28h 20m to reach Philadelphia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $132 and $206. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Philadelphia.

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

Every day, the Kansas City to Philadelphia bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia is offered by Greyhound US and takes 28h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $204. 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 Philadelphia?

The earliest bus arriving in Philadelphia from Kansas City starts at 8:40 AM. 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 Philadelphia?

The latest bus trip departing from Kansas City for Philadelphia starts at 6:50 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 Philadelphia route?

When traveling by bus from Kansas City to Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?

You can check all the direct connections between Kansas City and Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Kansas City to Philadelphia?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Kansas City and to Philadelphia

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