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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Houston is to bus via Downtown Houston which costs $100 - $190 and takes 19h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Houston is to line 24 bus and fly which takes 6h 23m and costs $150 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Houston?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Houston. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Osage Wb and arriving at Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St via Kansas City Bus Station and University of North Texas - Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Houston?

No, there is no direct train from Independence station to Houston. However, there are services departing from Independence Station and arriving at Houston via St. Louis and San Antonio Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 40m.

How far is it from Independence to Houston?

The distance between Independence and Houston is 716 miles. The road distance is 736 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Houston without a car is to bus which takes 17h 21m and costs $140 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Independence to Houston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Houston bus from?

Independence to Houston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Independence to Houston train from?

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

Train or bus from Independence to Houston?

The best way to get from Independence to Houston is to bus which takes 17h 21m and costs $140 - $260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $900 and takes 38h 40m.

Where does the Independence to Houston bus arrive?

Independence to Houston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Denton station.

Where does the Independence to Houston train arrive?

Independence to Houston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Independence to Houston?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Houston is 736 miles. It takes approximately 12h 15m to drive from Independence to Houston.

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

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Where can I stay near Houston?

There are 1498+ hotels available in Houston.

Independence to Houston - 8 ways to travel via train, line 24 bus, and plane

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

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

Line 24 bus, fly to William P. Hobby Airport
best
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane MCI - HOU
6h 23m
$152–852
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2240 / ...
20h 2m
$100–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus FlixBus 2241
2. Take the bus from University of North Texas - Denton to Houston - Travis St @ Dallas Stbus Dallas
17h 21m
$140–260
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. Louistrain
2. Take the train from St. Louis to San Antonio Stationtrain
3. Take the train from San Antonio Station to Houstontrain
38h 40m
$398–887
Drive 731.8 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Houstoncar 731.8 mi
12h 15m
$134–193
Line 24 bus, fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, line 102 bus
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)plane MCI - IAH
3. Take the bus from Airmail Rd @ Pallet Rd to Milam St @ Preston Stbus
6h 36m
$192–454
Bus via Downtown Houston (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus FlixBus 2241
2. Take the bus from Denton to Downtown Houstonbus FlixBus 2242
19h 12m
$105–190
Bus via Wake Village
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Texarkanabus
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Longview Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Longview to Houstonbus
20h 24m
$191–305

Independence to Houston by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

17h 21mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Independence to Houston.

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Distance: 712.2 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Houston, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, Denton, and University of North Texas - Denton in around 17h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Independence Station to Houston via St. Louis and San Antonio Station in around 38h 40m.

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