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 $310 - $650 and takes 41h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Independence is to fly and line 24 bus which takes 7h 58m and costs $230 - $1,100.

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 28m.

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 41h 28m and costs $310 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m 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 or bus from Portland to Independence?

The best way to get from Portland to Independence is to bus which takes 41h 28m and costs $310 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $750 - $1,800 and takes 2 days 9h.

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 12:45 PM in Portland and 2:45 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 14m to drive from Portland to Independence.

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

Book your Portland to Independence train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 396+ hotels available in Independence.

Portland to Independence - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 24 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Portland to Independence by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly, line 24 bus
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PDX - MCI
2. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus
7h 58m
$233–1,103
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 28m
$318–617
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
$793–1,716
Drive 1,787 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Independencecar 1,787 mi
28h 14m
$327–472

Portland to Independence by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

41h 28mAverage Duration

$318Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,525.7 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

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

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 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portland to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 9h.

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