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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Pittsburgh is to train and bus which costs $110 - $250 and takes 19h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Pittsburgh is to train and fly which takes 10h 14m and costs $140 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Pittsburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Pittsburgh station. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station via Kansas City Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Pittsburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Independence station to Pittsburgh station. However, there are services departing from Independence Station and arriving at Pittsburgh Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 26m.

How far is it from Independence to Pittsburgh?

The distance between Independence and Pittsburgh is 835 miles. The road distance is 836.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Pittsburgh without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 16m and costs $110 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Independence to Pittsburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Pittsburgh bus from?

Independence to Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Independence to Pittsburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Independence to Pittsburgh?

The best way to get from Independence to Pittsburgh is to train which takes 21h 26m and costs $150 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 19h 47m.

Where does the Independence to Pittsburgh bus arrive?

Independence to Pittsburgh bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Independence and Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh is 1h ahead of Independence. It is currently 1:12 AM in Independence and 2:12 AM in Pittsburgh.

Where does the Independence to Pittsburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Independence to Pittsburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Pittsburgh is 836 miles. It takes approximately 14h 3m to drive from Independence to Pittsburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Pittsburgh?

There are 649+ hotels available in Pittsburgh.

Independence to Pittsburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, line 24 bus, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Independence to Pittsburgh by bus, plane, train, train (Amtrak), car, 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.

Line 24 bus to Kansas City, fly to Pittsburgh International Airport, bus
best
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane MCI - PIT
3. Take the bus from Pittsburgh International Airport to Seventh Ave + William Penn Plbus
8h 32m
Fly Kansas City to Morgantown Municipal Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW)plane MCI - MGW
2. Take the bus from Mountaineer Station to Pittsburgh Greyhoundbus
11h 23m
$114–594
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0421
19h 16m
$116–241
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Independence Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
21h 26m
$156–395
Drive 831.5 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Pittsburghcar 831.5 mi
14h 3m
$152–220
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Pittsburgh International Airport
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane STL - PIT
10h 14m
$149–774
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0421
19h 47m
$115–240

Independence to Pittsburgh by train and bus

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19h 16mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 830.5 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Pittsburgh, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Independence Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 21h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 19h 47m.

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