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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Independence is to bus which costs $290 - $490 and takes 41h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 14m and costs $170 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Independence. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Pasco Bus Stop, Denver Union Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 38m.

How far is it from Portland to Independence?

The distance between Portland and Independence is 1535 miles. The road distance is 1797.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Independence without a car is to bus which takes 41h 38m and costs $290 - $490.

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Portland to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Independence bus from?

Portland to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Portland to Independence?

The best way to get from Portland to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 14m and costs $170 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $490 and takes 41h 38m.

Where does the Portland to Independence bus arrive?

Portland to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Pasco Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Portland and Independence?

Independence is 2h ahead of Portland. It is currently 3:31 PM in Portland and 5:31 PM in Independence.

Can I drive from Portland to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Independence is 1797 miles. It takes approximately 28h 14m to drive from Portland to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 378+ hotels available in Independence.

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Independence by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly from Portland International Airport
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1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PDX - MCI
8h 14m
$173–503
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Pasco Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
41h 38m
$296–487
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portland to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803
2d 2h
$575–1,193
Drive 1,787 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Independencecar 1,787 mi
28h 14m
$327–472
Train to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portland to Tacomatrain
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SEA - MCI
11h 21m
$281–635

Portland to Independence by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

41h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,525.7 mi
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Pasco Bus Stop, Denver Union Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 41h 38m.

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