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

The cheapest way to get from Boston to Independence is to drive which costs $250 - $370 and takes 24h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to Independence is to ferry and fly which takes 8h 27m and costs $280 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to Independence. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Newark Penn Station, St Louis Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Boston and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Independence Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 43m.

How far is it from Boston to Independence?

The distance between Boston and Independence is 1300 miles. The road distance is 1390.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boston to Independence without a car is to train which takes 33h 43m and costs $850 - $1,400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Boston to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boston to Independence bus from?

Boston to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to Independence train from?

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

Train or bus from Boston to Independence?

The best way to get from Boston to Independence is to train which takes 33h 43m and costs $850 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $410 and takes 35h 33m.

Where does the Boston to Independence bus arrive?

Boston to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Boston and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Boston. It is currently 10:36 PM in Boston and 9:36 PM in Independence.

Where does the Boston to Independence train arrive?

Boston to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Boston to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to Independence is 1391 miles. It takes approximately 24h 20m to drive from Boston to Independence.

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

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 321+ hotels available in Independence.

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There are 7 ways to get from Boston to Independence by ferry, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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Ferry to Boston Logan Airport, fly
best
1. Take the ferry from Long Wharf to Logan Airport Ferry Terminalferry
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BOS - MCI
8h 27m
$284–1,110
Bus to Worcester Regional Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Worcesterbus
2. Fly from Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORH - MCI
13h 47m
$169–817
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
33h 43m
$862–1,332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston to Newark Penn Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
35h 33m
$252–409
Drive 1,382.5 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Independencecar 1,382.5 mi
24h 20m
$253–365
Bus to Barnstable Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Boston to Barnstable Airportbus
2. Fly from Barnstable Municipal Airport (HYA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane HYA - MCI
11h 49m
$214–974
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boston to New York Midtownbus
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain
37h 15m
$484–760

Boston to Independence by train (Amtrak)

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33h 43mAverage Duration

$862Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,292.7 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a train from Boston to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 33h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Newark Penn Station, St Louis Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 35h 33m.

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