For MCI to Kansas City city centre travel, RideKC Route 229 connects the airport with downtown via Northland stops, and the airport provides driving directions and ground-transport information.
- Route 229 links KCI Airport with East Village Transit Center.
- Downtown stops include Broadway at 8th Street and 12th Street between Grand and McGee.
- The airport’s official page covers driving directions and ground transportation.
Where is Kansas City city centre?
Route 229 serves downtown Kansas City, with stops including Broadway at 8th Street and 12th Street between Grand and McGee. Boardwalk Square MetroCenter is another stop on the route between the airport and downtown.
Enter your starting point and destination in RideKC’s trip planner to view route options on an interactive map.
How do you get from MCI to the city centre?
You can travel from MCI to downtown by Route 229 or by road; the airport provides information about both driving directions and ground transportation. The airport’s page is the place to check for current driving and ground-transport details.
For transit, Route 229 runs between KCI Airport and East Village Transit Center via Northland stops. RideKC publishes schedules for weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays, so check the official site before you go.
What transit and other travel choices are available?
Route 229 is the transit connection between KCI Airport and downtown Kansas City. You can use RideKC’s trip planner to check route options for your particular origin and destination.
RideKC also publishes fare information, fare capping and transfer details. For airport ground transport beyond the bus, consult the airport’s Getting To & From information. A separate MCI airport transportation guide covers options near the airport.
Can you use the hotel as a stop between the airport and city centre?
WoodSpring Suites is about 15 minutes by car from MCI and Kansas City city centre. That makes it a point to consider if your plans include both airport and city travel.
For rental-car shuttle service, follow Ground Transportation signs to the lower Arrivals area. MCI parking-lot buses are free, operate 24/7 and are wheelchair-accessible with kneeling capabilities.
How should you plan the return to MCI?
For a bus return, Route 229 travels from East Village Bay C toward KCI Airport Terminal. Check RideKC’s current schedule before setting out, and use its trip planner to confirm the route from your starting point.
If you are going by car, use the airport’s official directions and ground-transport information to plan the airport leg.
FAQs
Does RideKC Route 229 connect MCI with downtown Kansas City?
Yes. Route 229 connects KCI Airport with East Village Transit Center via Northland stops, including stops in downtown Kansas City.
Where does Route 229 stop downtown?
Listed downtown stops include Broadway at 8th Street and 12th Street between Grand and McGee. Boardwalk Square MetroCenter is also on the route between the airport and downtown.
Where can you check Route 229 fares and schedules?
RideKC publishes schedules and fare information, including fare capping and transfers. Use RideKC’s trip planner to view route options for your journey.