What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence is to drive which takes 5h 28m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Independence. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Iowa City, Des Moines and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Independence?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Independence is 352 miles. The road distance is 308.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Independence without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence without a car is to bus which takes 10h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence?

It takes approximately 10h 13m to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Independence bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Independence bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Rapids to Independence?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence is to bus which takes 10h 13m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $90 - $550 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Independence bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Independence bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Independence is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 211+ hotels available in Independence.

Cedar Rapids to Independence - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
10h 13m
Drive 306.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Independencecar 306.3 mi
5h 28m
$56–81
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CID - MCI
8h 37m
$92–552
Drive to Waterloo Municipal Airport, fly
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)car
2. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ALO - MCI
10h 26m
$106–565

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

85Weekly Planes

5h 55mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cedar Rapids to Independence.

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Distance: 350.2 mi
Duration: 10h 13m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Iowa City, Des Moines, Kansas City, and East Village - Bay A in around 10h 13m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Kansas City (MCI) every 2 hours.

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