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

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Independence is to bus which costs $120 - $310 and takes 25h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 44m and costs $190 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo to Independence. However, there are services departing from Buffalo, NY and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Akron, Cambridge, OH, St Louis Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Buffalo to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Buffalo and arriving at Independence Station via Buffalo Depew Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 11m.

How far is it from Buffalo to Independence?

The distance between Buffalo and Independence is 920 miles. The road distance is 974.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buffalo to Independence without a car is to train which takes 23h 11m and costs $130 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 8h 44m to get from Buffalo to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Independence bus from?

Buffalo to Independence bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Buffalo, NY station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Independence train from?

Buffalo to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo Depew Station.

Train, bus or fly from Buffalo to Independence?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 44m and costs $190 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $430 and takes 23h 11m, you could also bus, which costs $120 - $310 and takes 25h 33m.

Where does the Buffalo to Independence bus arrive?

Buffalo to Independence bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Akron, OH station.

What is the time difference between Buffalo and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Buffalo. It is currently 11:43 AM in Buffalo and 10:43 AM in Independence.

Where does the Buffalo to Independence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buffalo to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to Independence is 975 miles. It takes approximately 16h 20m to drive from Buffalo to Independence.

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

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 236+ hotels available in Independence.

Buffalo to Independence - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Buffalo to Independence by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport
best
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Kansas City (MCI)BUF - MCI
8h 44m
$194–1,030
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Akron, OH
2. Take the bus from Akron to Cambridge
3. Take the bus from Cambridge, OH to St Louis Bus Station
4. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Station
25h 33m
$120–306
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence StationLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
23h 11m
$139–425
Drive 969 mi
1. Drive from Buffalo to Independence969 mi
16h 20m
$177–256
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Buffalo, NY to Rochester, NY
2. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Kansas City (MCI)ROC - MCI
10h 59m
$274–635

Buffalo to Independence by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

23h 11mAverage Duration

$139Cheapest Price

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Distance: 914.6 mi
Duration: 8h 44m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Kansas City (MCI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Buffalo to Independence Station via Buffalo Depew Station and Chicago Union Station in around 23h 11m.

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