What is the cheapest way to get from Austin to Independence?

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Independence is to bus via Dallas which costs $90 - $190 and takes 18h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austin to Independence?

The fastest way to get from Austin to Independence is to fly and line 24 bus which takes 6h 35m and costs $250 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Austin to Independence. However, there are services departing from 115 7th/Colorado and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Austin Eastside Bus Plaza, Dallas Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Austin and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Austin to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Austin and arriving at Independence Station via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 16m.

How far is it from Austin to Independence?

The distance between Austin and Independence is 700 miles. The road distance is 693.7 miles.

How do I travel from Austin to Independence without a car?

The best way to get from Austin to Independence without a car is to bus via Dallas which takes 18h 26m and costs $90 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Austin to Independence?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Austin to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austin to Independence bus from?

Austin to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza station.

Where do I catch the Austin to Independence train from?

Austin to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Austin station.

Train or bus from Austin to Independence?

The best way to get from Austin to Independence is to bus via Dallas which takes 18h 26m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $390 and takes 28h 16m.

Where does the Austin to Independence bus arrive?

Austin to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Dallas Bus Station.

Where does the Austin to Independence train arrive?

Austin to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Austin to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Austin to Independence is 694 miles. It takes approximately 11h 38m to drive from Austin to Independence.

How do I get a train ticket from Austin to Independence?

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 241+ hotels available in Independence.

Austin to Independence - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, line 24 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Austin to Independence by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, line 24 bus
best
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Kansas City (MCI)plane AUS - MCI
2. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus
6h 35m
$251–552
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to Dallas Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136 / ...
18h 54m
$86–221
Bus via Dallas
1. Take the bus from Downtown Austin to Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellumbus FlixBus 2230
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136 / ...
18h 26m
$92–185
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Austin to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Independence Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
28h 16m
$167–386
Drive 689.7 mi
1. Drive from Austin to Independencecar 689.7 mi
11h 38m
$126–182
Bus, line 7 bus to San Antonio International Airport, fly, line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from 534 Red River St Austin to San Antoniobus
2. Take the bus from Navarro & Pecan to San Antonio International Airportbus
3. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SAT - MCI
4. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus
8h 47m
$164–535

Austin to Independence by bus, tram, and foot

14Weekly Services

18h 26mAverage Duration

$92Cheapest Price

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Distance: 695.5 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Austin, TX, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Austin to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum, Deep Ellum Station, Bachman Station, Dallas Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 18h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Austin to Independence Station via St. Louis in around 28h 16m.

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