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

The cheapest way to get from Louisville to Independence is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Louisville to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 22m and costs $110 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Louisville and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Louisville to Independence. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Indianapolis Union Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 23m.

How far is it from Louisville to Independence?

The distance between Louisville and Independence is 559 miles. The road distance is 500.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Louisville to Independence without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 13h to get from Louisville to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Louisville to Independence bus from?

Louisville to Independence bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Louisville to Independence?

The best way to get from Louisville to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 22m and costs $110 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $190 and takes 15h 23m.

Where does the Louisville to Independence bus arrive?

Louisville to Independence bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Louisville. It is currently 10:56 PM in Louisville and 9:56 PM in Independence.

Can I drive from Louisville to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Louisville to Independence is 501 miles. It takes approximately 8h 22m to drive from Louisville to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 243+ hotels available in Independence.

Louisville to Independence - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Louisville to Independence by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Independence Stationtrain
13h
$101–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421D
15h 23m
$83–184
Drive 497.6 mi
1. Drive from Louisville to Independencecar 497.6 mi
8h 22m
$91–132
Fly from Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SDF - MCI
8h 22m
$112–703
Bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)plane IND - MCI
9h 29m
$253–612
Bus to Nashville, fly
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BNA - MCI
9h 47m
$185–498
Bus to Covington, fly
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY Bus Station to Cincinnati - Downtownbus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CVG - MCI
11h 21m
$162–895

Louisville to Independence by bus and train

7Weekly Services

13hAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Louisville to Independence.

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Distance: 555.3 mi
Duration: 13h

What companies run services between Louisville, KY, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louisville, KY to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Indianapolis Union Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 15h 23m.

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