MO → MO · about 141 miles
Kansas City to Joplin bus schedule
Jefferson Lines runs 7 direct buses a week from Kansas City to Joplin. The fastest takes 2 hours 30 minutes; every bus leaves at 10:30 PM. The standard fare is $75 one way.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 2h 30m
- Leaves at
- 10:30 PM
- 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 Kansas City and arrives at Joplin (Road Ranger). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 PM | 1:00 AM +1 day | 2h 30m | Daily | Jefferson Lines Full timetable | Book (carrier website) |
Route map
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Where to board in Kansas City Where you get off in Joplin The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Kansas City
Where the bus stops in Joplin
- Joplin (Road Ranger) Map of Joplin (Road Ranger) (Google Maps)
Return trip: Joplin to Kansas City
Questions
How long is the bus from Kansas City to Joplin?
The fastest direct bus takes 2 hours 30 minutes.
How much is the bus from Kansas City to Joplin?
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 Kansas City to Joplin?
Every departure is at 10:30 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Kansas City to Joplin?
Jefferson Lines runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Kansas City?
Buses to Joplin leave from Kansas City Bus Station.