Overland Park is the most populous suburb of Kansas City, Missouri and it’s a quiet destination with many interesting cultural activities. Choosing the best Kansas City airport transportation to Overland Park depends on your needs and your budget but there is undoubtedly an option that will accommodate all types of travellers. The fastest way to reach your destination directly without any intermediate stops or worrying about timetables is to take a Kansas City taxi or pre-book your personalised airport transfer. Another option to get from Kansas City Airport to Overland Park is by bus. You’ll need to take the line that will take you to downtown Kansas City and switch to the one that will take you to Overland Park; it’s a slower option but it’s the most budget-friendly one.
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How to Get from Kansas City Airport to Overland Park
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How to get from Kansas City International Airport to Overland Park by taxi
Taking a Kansas City airport shuttle to Overland Park is the fastest way to get there and it’s a transportation option available all day long. The fare depends on the exact drop-off location and the number of passengers but Kansas City taxis are metered so it’s a reliable transportation option to reach your destination.
How much does a taxi from Kansas City Airport to Overland Park cost?
Kansas City taxis calculate the total fare based on the distance driven, using a taximeter. The average fare of a standard Kansas City airport shuttle to Overland Park is about $80 (€80) for up to 4 passengers.
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Yellow Kansas City taxi
Cost
$80
Trip Duration
30 min
Prices may vary unless you book your taxi in advance.
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Taxis are available 24/7 at Kansas City Airport.
Where do I get a taxi from?
There are taxis parked in front of Terminals B and C at Kansas City Airport. If you don’t see any taxis lined up, you can use the courtesy phones located both inside and outside the terminal, at each baggage claim area.
Convenience
Despite the higher price, taking a Kansas City airport shuttle to Overland Park will upgrade your trip and offer you a stress-free travel experience. It’s the only direct transportation option to reach your destination quickly without any intermediate stops and it’s available 24/7, meaning you don’t need to worry about checking timetables.
Editor’s Note
If you're travelling alone, taking a taxi might not be the best choice due to the higher cost. If you're travelling with your family or toddlers though, taking a taxi will take a lot of the stress off your shoulders and will help you reach your destination comfortably.
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How to get from Kansas City International Airport to Overland Park by bus
Getting from Kansas Airport to Overland Park by bus is possible by taking two different lines. Bus line 229, operated by RideKC, will take you from Kansas City Airport to downtown in about 60 minutes. From the bus stop on 12th Between Central And Wyandotte Eastbound, you can switch to bus line 404 and reach Overland Park in about 20 minutes.
How much does the bus ticket from Kansas City Airport to Overland Park cost?
The RideKC bus line 209 that connects Kansas City Airport to downtown and bus line 404 to Overland Park are fare-free for all passengers to use.
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RideKC bus in Kansas City
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$0
Trip Duration
1 h 20 min
The trip duration refers to the total journey from Kansas City Airport to Overland Park.
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Bus line 229 runs every hour from 05:00 until 23:00 on weekdays and from 04:53 until 22:53 on weekends and holidays. Bus line 404 runs only on weekdays from 05:38 until 20:39.
Where do I get the bus from?
Bus line 229 stops at both terminals B and C. The Terminal B bus stop is located outside Allegiant ticketing and the Terminal C bus stop is located outside Door C-9. To get bus line 404, you’ll need to disembark bus 209 on the 12th Between Central and Wyandotte Eastbound and walk about 5 minutes to reach the bus stop on Pennsylvania At 12th Southbound.
Convenience
Taking the bus to get from Kansas City International Airport to Overland Park is a convenient transportation option in terms of cost but it’s not the most comfortable one. Not only you’ll need to use two different bus lines but also the bus to Overland Park doesn’t run late at night and the total trip takes more than twice the time compared to taking a Kansas City Airport taxi.
Editor’s Note
Taking the bus is definitely the way to go if you're looking for the cheapest transportation option to get to Overland Park. However, it might not be the best option if you're in a larger group, carrying many pieces of luggage or travelling with toddlers.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Kansas City Airport to Overland Park?
If you don’t wish to rent a car, Kansas City Airport transportation to Overland Park is easily possible either by taxi or bus. The journey by taxi takes approximately 30 minutes in light traffic and costs about $80 (€80) for up to 4 passengers. To get to Overland Park by bus, you need to take two different bus lines operated by RideKC; line 229 will get you from Kansas City Airport to downtown and line 404 from the downtown area to Overland Park.
What’s the distance from Overland Park to Kansas City airport?
Overland Park is located approximately 43 kilometres south of Kansas City Airport. Getting there by car or taxi takes about 30 minutes in light traffic.
What’s the cost of a Kansas City airport shuttle to Overland Park?
Kansas City taxis are metered and calculate the total fare based on the distance driven. The average fare of a standard Kansas City airport shuttle to Overland Park is about $80 (€80) for up to 4 passengers.
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