What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Independence?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Independence is to train and fly which costs $140 - $460 and takes 12h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Independence?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Independence is to fly which takes 10h 4m and costs $160 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Independence Station via Los Angeles and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 19m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Independence?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Independence is 1479 miles. The road distance is 1644.9 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Independence without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Independence without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 39h 43m and costs $270 - $380.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Independence?

It takes approximately 10h 4m to get from Santa Barbara to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Independence bus from?

Santa Barbara to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Independence train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Santa Barbara to Independence?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Independence is to fly which takes 10h 4m and costs $160 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $270 - $380 and takes 39h 43m, you could also train, which costs $500 - $1,200 and takes 40h 19m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Independence bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Independence bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Santa Barbara and Independence?

Independence is 2h ahead of Santa Barbara. It is currently 3:33 PM in Santa Barbara and 5:33 PM in Independence.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Independence train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Independence is 1645 miles. It takes approximately 28h 38m to drive from Santa Barbara to Independence.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Independence?

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 886+ hotels available in Independence.

Santa Barbara to Independence - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Independence. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, El Paso, On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 43m.

There are 7 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Independence by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SBA - MCI
10h 4m
$160–802
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Van Nuystrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BUR - MCI
12h 33m
$149–458
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from 612 Wall St - Los Angeles to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
39h 43m
$273–374
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
40h 19m
$510–1,166
Drive 1,635.4 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Independencecar 1,635.4 mi
28h 38m
$299–432
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Los Angelestrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane LAX - MCI
11h 16m
$185–463
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa to Kansas Citybus
43h 27m
$295–620

Santa Barbara to Independence by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

39h 43mAverage Duration

$273Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,470.3 mi
Duration: 10h 4m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Kansas City (MCI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station, Spring St & 7th St, 612 Wall St - Los Angeles, El Paso, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside, On 12Th Between Holmes And Charlotte Eastbound, and East Village - Bay A in around 39h 43m.

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