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

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $150 - $360 and takes 28h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $140 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Elizabeth and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct bus from Elizabeth to Kansas City station. However, there are services departing from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station via Newark Penn Station and Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Kansas City?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth to Kansas City. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth and arriving at Kansas City via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station and Naperville Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 13m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Kansas City?

The distance between Elizabeth and Kansas City is 1119 miles. The road distance is 1177 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City without a car is to bus via Indianapolis which takes 28h 45m and costs $150 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City, including transfers.

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

Elizabeth to Kansas City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

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

Elizabeth to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train, bus or fly from Elizabeth to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $140 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $150 - $360 and takes 28h 45m, you could also train via Ossining, which costs $210 - $600 and takes 31h 13m.

Where does the Elizabeth to Kansas City bus arrive?

Elizabeth to Kansas City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Elizabeth and Kansas City?

Kansas City is 1h behind Elizabeth. It is currently 9:06 PM in Elizabeth and 8:06 PM in Kansas City.

Where does the Elizabeth to Kansas City train arrive?

Elizabeth to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Kansas City is 1177 miles. It takes approximately 20h 23m to drive from Elizabeth to Kansas City.

Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 369+ hotels available in Kansas City.

Elizabeth to Kansas City - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport
best
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Kansas City (MCI)plane EWR - MCI
5h 4m
$148–413
Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Kansas City (MCI)plane JFK - MCI
7h 14m
$136–631
Bus via Indianapolis
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Indianapolisbus FlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421D
28h 45m
$157–356
Train via Ossining
1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Croton-Harmon Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Croton-Harmon Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Napervilletrain
4. Take the train from Naperville Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain
31h 13m
$217–593
Drive 1,170.1 mi
1. Drive from Elizabeth to Kansas Citycar 1,170.1 mi
20h 23m
$214–309
Fly from Laguardia Airport
1. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LGA - MCI
8h 2m
$159–418
Train to Philadelphia International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PHL - MCI
8h 3m
$152–1,030
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421D
29h 26m
$162–366
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief / ...
38h 2m
$197–496

Elizabeth to Kansas City by bus and foot

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28h 45mAverage Duration

$157Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elizabeth to Kansas City.

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Distance: 1,112.4 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

United Airlines and Delta fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Kansas City (MCI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl to Kansas City Bus Station via Newark Penn Station, Indianapolis, and Indianapolis Union Station in around 28h 45m.

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