MO → MO · about 141 miles
Joplin to Kansas City bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Joplin to Kansas City. The fastest takes 2 hours 30 minutes; every bus leaves at 5:45 AM. The standard fare is $75 one way.
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- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 2h 30m
- Leaves at
- 5:45 AM
- Standard fare
- $75
A standard fare is the carrier's published one-way price. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Joplin (Road Ranger) and arrives at Kansas City. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:45 AM | 8:15 AM | 2h 30m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Joplin Where you get off in Kansas City The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Joplin
- Joplin (Road Ranger) Map of Joplin (Road Ranger) (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Kansas City
Return trip: Kansas City to Joplin
Questions
How long is the bus from Joplin to Kansas City?
The fastest direct bus takes 2 hours 30 minutes.
How much is the bus from Joplin to Kansas City?
The standard one-way fare with Jefferson Lines is $75. Many carriers price by demand, so the fare when you book can be higher or lower. Fares don't include any fees the carrier's ticket site may add; BusSchedules.com adds no fees.
What time is the first bus from Joplin to Kansas City?
Every departure is at 5:45 AM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Joplin to Kansas City?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Joplin?
Buses to Kansas City leave from Joplin (Road Ranger).