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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to bus which costs $90 - $230 and takes 17h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to taxi and fly which takes 8h 5m and costs $130 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Independence. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Chicago, St Louis Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Independence Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 29m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Independence is 730 miles. The road distance is 648.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence without a car is to train which takes 15h 29m and costs $100 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 15h 29m to get from Grand Rapids to Independence, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Independence train from?

Grand Rapids to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

Train, bus or fly from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to train which takes 15h 29m and costs $100 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $230 and takes 17h 18m, you could also fly, which costs $140 - $900 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Independence bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 12:50 AM in Grand Rapids and 11:50 PM in Independence.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Independence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Independence is 648 miles. It takes approximately 11h 11m to drive from Grand Rapids to Independence.

How do I get a train ticket from Grand Rapids to Independence?

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 246+ hotels available in Independence.

Grand Rapids to Independence - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Independence by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, train, taxi, or bus

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Pere Marquette
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
15h 29m
$101–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Chicagobus
2. Take the bus from Chicago to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
17h 18m
$92–226
Drive 644.5 mi
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Independencecar 644.5 mi
11h 11m
$118–170
Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Kansas City (MCI)plane GRR - MCI
9h 31m
$144–854
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
11h 3m
$171–674
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MDW - MCI
10h 52m
$128–671
Taxi to Muskegon, fly
1. Take the taxi from Grand Rapids to Muskegon (MKG)taxi
2. Fly from Muskegon (MKG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MKG - MCI
8h 5m
$137–451
Bus, bus to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to East Lansing, MIbus
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
3. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DTW - MCI
10h 50m
$141–517

Grand Rapids to Independence by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

15h 29mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 725.4 mi
Duration: 15h 29m

What companies run services between Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Rapids to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Chicago, St Louis Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 17h 18m.

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