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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Independence is to drive which costs $320 - $480 and takes 28h 13m.

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 7h 59m and costs $210 - $1,000.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Independence Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

How far is it from Portland to Independence?

The distance between Portland and Independence is 1534 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 train which takes 2 days 9h and costs $270 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 59m to get from Portland to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Independence train from?

Portland to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.

Train or fly from Portland to Independence?

The best way to get from Portland to Independence is to fly which takes 7h 59m and costs $210 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $270 - $1,200 and takes 2 days 9h.

What is the time difference between Portland and Independence?

Independence is 2h ahead of Portland. It is currently 6:49 AM in Portland and 8:49 AM in Independence.

Where does the Portland to Independence train arrive?

Portland to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Independence is 1797 miles. It takes approximately 28h 13m to drive from Portland to Independence.

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

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 207+ hotels available in Independence.

Portland to Independence - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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

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

Fly from Portland International Airport
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PDX - MCI
7h 59m
$213–1,003
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
2d 9h
$279–1,202
Drive 1,787 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Independencecar 1,787 mi
28h 13m
$327–472
Train to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portland to Eugenetrain
2. Fly from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane EUG - MCI
11h 57m
$329–1,478
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Denvertrain
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2d 11h
$253–1,361

Portland to Independence by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

2d 9hAverage Duration

$279Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portland to Independence.

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Distance: 1,525 mi
Duration: 7h 59m

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

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portland to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 9h.

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