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

The cheapest way to get from Austin to Independence is to bus which costs $80 - $220 and takes 17h 42m.

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 $130 - $460.

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 534 Red River St Austin and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Dallas Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 42m.

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 which takes 17h 42m and costs $80 - $220.

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 RedCoach, depart from 534 Red River St Austin 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 which takes 17h 42m and costs $80 - $220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $170 - $850 and takes 28h 16m.

Where does the Austin to Independence bus arrive?

Austin to Independence bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at 593 S Lamar St Dallas 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 33m 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 234+ 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 (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, line 24 bus
best
1. Fly from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Kansas City (MCI)AUS - MCI
2. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Eb
6h 35m
$131–452
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 534 Red River St Austin to 593 S Lamar St DallasAustin / ...
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus StationGreyhound US0136 / ...
17h 42m
$81–212
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Austin to St. LouisTexas Eagle
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Independence StationMissouri River Runner / ...
28h 16m
$171–809
Drive 689.7 mi
1. Drive from Austin to Independence689.7 mi
11h 33m
$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 Antonio
2. Take the bus from Navarro & Pecan to San Antonio International Airport
3. Fly from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Kansas City (MCI)SAT - MCI
4. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Eb
8h 47m
$153–456
Bus via Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
1. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to Dallas Bus StationGreyhound US1160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus StationGreyhound US0136 / ...
18h 54m
$85–231

Austin to Independence by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

17h 42mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest 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 534 Red River St Austin to On White Oak At Osage Eb via 593 S Lamar St Dallas, Dallas Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 17h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Austin to Independence Station via St. Louis in around 28h 16m.

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