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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Appleton is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 10h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Appleton is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $90 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Appleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to Appleton. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Appleton Transit Center via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 35m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Appleton?

The distance between Kansas City and Appleton is 500 miles. The road distance is 574.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Appleton without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $110 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Kansas City to Appleton, including transfers.

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

Kansas City to Appleton bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Bus or fly from Kansas City to Appleton?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Appleton is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $90 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $240 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Kansas City to Appleton bus arrive?

Kansas City to Appleton bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Appleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Appleton is 575 miles. It takes approximately 10h 15m to drive from Kansas City to Appleton.

Where can I stay near Appleton?

There are 76+ hotels available in Appleton.

Kansas City to Appleton - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Kansas City to Appleton by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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

Fly to Appleton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Appleton International Airport (ATW)plane MCI - ATW
5h 47m
$94–483
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Appleton Transit Centerbus
16h 35m
$90–237
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Appleton Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2550
13h 20m
$117–255
Drive 571.6 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Appletoncar 571.6 mi
10h 15m
$105–151
Fly to Green Bay
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Green Bay (GRB)plane MCI - GRB
7h 3m
$110–513
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane MCI - MKE
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Airport Amtrak Bus Stop to Appleton Amtrak Stationbus
7h 9m
$153–955
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Appleton Amtrak Stationbus
13h 34m
$125–315

Kansas City to Appleton by train, foot, and bus

5Weekly Services

13h 20mAverage Duration

$117Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kansas City to Appleton.

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Distance: 497.2 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kansas City to Appleton Transit Center via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 16h 35m.

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