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 $220 - $550 and takes 2 days 3h.

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 3m and costs $210 - $1,000.

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 Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, Denver Union Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

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 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 2 days 3h and costs $220 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m 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.

Where do I catch the Portland to Independence train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Independence?

The best way to get from Portland to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 3m and costs $210 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $550 and takes 2 days 3h, you could also train, which costs $300 - $700 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Portland to Independence bus arrive?

Portland to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Portland and Independence?

Independence is 2h ahead of Portland. It is currently 5:04 PM in Portland and 7:04 PM 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 269+ hotels available in Independence.

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

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

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
8h 3m
$213–1,003
Train to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portland to Eugenetrain
2. Fly from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane EUG - MCI
12h 2m
$209–875
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2d 3h
$222–519
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
$309–702
Drive 1,787 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Independencecar 1,787 mi
28h 13m
$327–472

Portland to Independence by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

2d 3hAverage Duration

$222Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,525.7 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

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 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, Denver Union Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 2d 3h.

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