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

The cheapest way to get from Lawrence to Independence is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lawrence to Independence is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Lawrence and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Lawrence to Independence. However, there are services departing from Lawrence Bus Stop and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Lawrence and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Lawrence station to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Lawrence Amtrak Station and arriving at Independence Station via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Lawrence to Independence?

The distance between Lawrence and Independence is 55 miles. The road distance is 48.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lawrence to Independence without a car is to bus and line 24 bus which takes 2h 18m and costs $11 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Lawrence to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lawrence to Independence bus from?

Lawrence to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lawrence Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Lawrence to Independence train from?

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

Train or bus from Lawrence to Independence?

The best way to get from Lawrence to Independence is to bus and line 24 bus which takes 2h 18m and costs $11 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $14 - $80 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Lawrence to Independence bus arrive?

Lawrence to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the Lawrence to Independence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lawrence to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Lawrence to Independence is 48 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Lawrence to Independence.

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

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 211+ hotels available in Independence.

Lawrence to Independence - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 24 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Lawrence to Independence by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, taxi, train, or bus

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Bus, line 24 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lawrence Bus Stop to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0136 / ...
2. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus 24
2h 18m
$11–18
Drive 48.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lawrence to Independencecar 48.1 mi
55 min
$9–13
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Lawrence Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2h 51m
$15–78
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lawrence to Independencetaxi 48.1 mi
55 min
$180–220
Train, line 24 bus
1. Take the train from Lawrence Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from On 8Th Between Grand And Mcgee Eb to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus 24
3h 17m
$14–28

Lawrence to Independence by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.7 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Lawrence, KS, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Lawrence Bus Stop to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Kansas City Bus Station and East Village - Bay A in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Lawrence Amtrak Station to Kansas City once daily. Tickets cost $13–28 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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