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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Independence is to bus and train via St. Louis which costs $80 - $200 and takes 13h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Independence is to drive and fly which takes 8h 45m and costs $120 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Independence. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Indianapolis Union Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Independence?

The distance between Cincinnati and Independence is 625 miles. The road distance is 581.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Independence without a car is to bus and train via St. Louis which takes 13h 34m and costs $80 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 13h 34m to get from Cincinnati to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Independence bus from?

Cincinnati to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Independence?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 52m and costs $150 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $230 and takes 15h 32m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Independence bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 8:15 AM in Cincinnati and 7:15 AM in Independence.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Independence is 581 miles. It takes approximately 9h 46m to drive from Cincinnati to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 251+ hotels available in Independence.

Cincinnati to Independence - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Cincinnati to Independence by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, train via St. Louis
best
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Independence Stationtrain
13h 34m
$80–198
Bus via Greyhound Station Cincinnati
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyhound Station Cincinnati to Indianapolis, INbus Cincinnati
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421D
17h 13m
$74–220
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
17h 30m
$106–227
Drive 578.1 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Independencecar 578.1 mi
9h 46m
$106–153
Fly from Covington
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CVG - MCI
8h 52m
$152–902
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421D
15h 32m
$75–223
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain
19h 50m
$110–308
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SDF - MCI
8h 45m
$129–728
Bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)plane IND - MCI
9h 16m
$227–635
Bus to John Glenn Columbus International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati - Downtown to N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbusbus
2. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CMH - MCI
9h 27m
$151–559
Bus to Dayton, fly
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DAY - MCI
12h 1m
$189–948

Cincinnati to Independence by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

13h 34mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Independence.

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Distance: 621.8 mi
Duration: 13h 34m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Kansas City (MCI) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Indianapolis, Indianapolis Union Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 15h 32m.

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