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 $210 - $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 and line 24 bus which takes 8h and costs $200 - $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 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 bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $210 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 8h 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 2 days 3h and costs $210 - $550. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $310 - $1,900 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 2:03 AM in Portland and 4:03 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 5m 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 246+ hotels available in Independence.

Portland to Independence - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and line 24 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Independence by plane, bus, 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, line 24 bus
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI)PDX - MCI
2. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Eb
8h
$203–953
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver Union Station
4. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Station
2d 3h
$215–537
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to Chicago Union StationEmpire Builder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence StationLincoln Service Missouri River Runner
2d 9h
$311–1,871
Drive 1,787 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Independence1,787 mi
28h 5m
$327–472
Train to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Portland to Eugene
2. Fly from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) to Kansas City (MCI)EUG - MCI
12h 43m
$289–1,179

Portland to Independence by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

2d 3hAverage Duration

$215Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,525 mi
Duration: 8h

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 Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, Denver Union Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 2d 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Portland to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 9h.

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