What is the cheapest way to get from Independence to Kansas City?

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Kansas City is to line 24 bus which costs and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Independence to Kansas City?

The fastest way to get from Independence to Kansas City is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from On Truman At Osage Wb and arriving at On Admiral At Superior Westbound. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Kansas City?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Independence Station station and arriving at Kansas City. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Independence to Kansas City?

The distance between Independence and Kansas City is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.3 miles.

How do I travel from Independence to Kansas City without a car?

The best way to get from Independence to Kansas City without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Independence to Kansas City?

The train from Independence Station to Kansas City takes 30 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Independence to Kansas City bus from?

Independence to Kansas City bus services, operated by Ride KC, depart from On Truman At Osage Wb station.

Where do I catch the Independence to Kansas City train from?

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

Train or bus from Independence to Kansas City?

The best way to get from Independence to Kansas City is to train which takes 30 min and costs $9 - $14. Alternatively, you can line 24 bus, which costs and takes 35 min.

Where does the Independence to Kansas City bus arrive?

Independence to Kansas City bus services, operated by Ride KC, arrive at On Admiral At Superior Westbound station.

Where does the Independence to Kansas City train arrive?

Independence to Kansas City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Independence to Kansas City?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Kansas City is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Independence to Kansas City.

How do I get a train ticket from Independence to Kansas City?

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Where can I stay near Kansas City?

There are 291+ hotels available in Kansas City.

Independence to Kansas City - 5 ways to travel via train, line 24 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Independence to Kansas City by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, car, or foot

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 Independence Station to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
30 min
$9–14
Drive 9.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Independence to Kansas Citycar 9.3 mi
16 min
$2–3
Line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to On Admiral At Superior Westboundbus 24
35 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Independence to Kansas Citytaxi 9.3 mi
16 min
$50–65
Walk
1. Take the foot from Independence to Kansas Citywalk 9.9 mi
3h 12m

Independence to Kansas City by train (Amtrak)

14Weekly Trains

30 minAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Kansas City, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Independence Station to Kansas City twice daily. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Ride KC operates a bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to On Admiral At Superior Westbound hourly, and the journey takes 35 min.

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