What is the cheapest way to get from Independence to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Independence to St. Louis is to train which costs $35 - $75 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Independence to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Independence to St. Louis is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to St. Louis station. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at St Louis Bus Station via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Independence and St. Louis?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Independence Station station and arriving at St. Louis. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Independence to St. Louis?

The distance between Independence and St. Louis is 270 miles. The road distance is 241.6 miles.

How do I travel from Independence to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Independence to St. Louis without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $35 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Independence to St. Louis?

The train from Independence Station to St. Louis takes 5h 21m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Independence to St. Louis bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Independence to St. Louis train from?

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

Train or bus from Independence to St. Louis?

The best way to get from Independence to St. Louis is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Independence to St. Louis bus arrive?

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

Where does the Independence to St. Louis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Independence to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to St. Louis is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Independence to St. Louis.

How do I get a train ticket from Independence to St. Louis?

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Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 437+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Independence to St. Louis - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Independence to St. Louis by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. LouisMissouri River Runner / ...
5h 21m
$35–75
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US0136 / ...
5h 52m
$35–75
Drive 240.2 mi
1. Drive from Independence to St. Louis240.2 mi
4h 6m
$44–64
Line 24 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay A
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)MCI - STL
4h 59m
$183–703

Independence to St. Louis by train (Amtrak)

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.6 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Independence Station to St. Louis twice daily. Tickets cost $35–75 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 $35–75 and the journey takes 4h.

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