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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Hays is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Hays is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $50 - $75.

How far is it from Independence to Hays?

The distance between Independence and Hays is 344 miles. The road distance is 275.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Hays without a car is to bus which takes 8h 49m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 49m to get from Independence to Hays, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Independence to Hays?

The best way to get from Independence to Hays is to bus which takes 8h 49m and costs $60 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $650 and takes 7h 45m.

Can I drive from Independence to Hays?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Hays is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Independence to Hays.

Where can I stay near Hays?

There are 16+ hotels available in Hays.

Independence to Hays - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Independence to Hays by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Haysbus Greyhound US0180s
8h 49m
$61–124
Drive 273.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Independence to Hayscar 273.5 mi
4h 23m
$50–73
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS)plane MCI - HYS
7h 45m
$128–623

Kansas City (MCI) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS) flights

19Weekly Planes

4h 47mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Independence to Hays.

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Distance: 341.9 mi
Duration: 8h 49m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Hays, KS, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Hays once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 6h 55m. Alternatively, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS) 3 times a day.

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