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

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Topeka is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Topeka is to fly and bus which takes 8h 50m and costs $200 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Kentucky to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at Topeka via Evansville Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

How far is it from Kentucky to Topeka?

The distance between Kentucky and Topeka is 655 miles. The road distance is 571.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kentucky to Topeka without a car is to bus which takes 14h 45m and costs $110 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Kentucky to Topeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky to Topeka bus from?

Kentucky to Topeka bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Where does the Kentucky to Topeka bus arrive?

Kentucky to Topeka bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Evansville, IN station.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Topeka?

Topeka is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 4:34 PM in Kentucky and 3:34 PM in Topeka.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Topeka is 571 miles. It takes approximately 9h 29m to drive from Kentucky to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 34+ hotels available in Topeka.

Kentucky to Topeka - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Kentucky to Topeka by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train, 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 from Blue Grass Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LEX - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
8h 50m
$201–842
Drive 568.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Louisville to Topekacar 568.1 mi
9h 29m
$104–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Topekabus
14h 45m
$118–216
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas Citytrain
4. Take the train from Kansas City to Topeka Stationtrain
16h 14m
$123–391
Fly from Louisville International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SDF - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 22m
$232–1,158
Fly from Covington, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CVG - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 46m
$192–906
Bus to Indianapolis, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)plane IND - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
10h 28m
$243–577
Bus to Nashville, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BNA - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
10h 55m
$235–563
Fly from Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (OWB) to Kansas City (MCI)plane OWB - MCI
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topekabus
9h 58m
$151–618
Bus, train via Chicago (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain Southwest Chief
16h 36m
$135–257
Bus, train via Chicago #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Stationtrain
18h 56m
$143–319

Kentucky to Topeka by bus

7Weekly Buses

14h 45mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kentucky to Topeka.

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Distance: 651.4 mi
Duration: 8h 50m

What companies run services between Kentucky, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Louisville, KY to Topeka via Evansville Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 14h 45m.

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