What is the cheapest way to get from Independence to Saint Charles?

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Saint Charles is to train which costs $40 - $60 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Independence to Saint Charles?

The fastest way to get from Independence to Saint Charles is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Saint Charles?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Saint Charles. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at 4375 Rider Trail North Sb via Kansas City Bus Station, Civic Center Transit Center and North Hanley Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Independence to Saint Charles?

The distance between Independence and Saint Charles is 292 miles. The road distance is 221.7 miles.

How do I travel from Independence to Saint Charles without a car?

The best way to get from Independence to Saint Charles without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Independence to Saint Charles?

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Independence to Saint Charles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Saint Charles bus from?

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

Train or bus from Independence to Saint Charles?

The best way to get from Independence to Saint Charles is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Independence to Saint Charles bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Independence to Saint Charles?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Saint Charles is 222 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Independence to Saint Charles.

Where can I stay near Saint Charles?

There are 190+ hotels available in Saint Charles.

Independence to Saint Charles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Independence to Saint Charles by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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 St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
6h 45m
$41–58
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136 / ...
7h 49m
$37–62
Drive 220.5 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Saint Charlescar 220.5 mi
3h 48m
$41–59
Line 24 bus, fly, line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
3. Take the bus from North Hanley Transit Center to 4375 Rider Trail North Sbbus
5h 29m
$284–554

Independence to Saint Charles by train and bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Saint Charles, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Independence Station to St. Louis twice daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 5h 21m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h.

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