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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Independence is to tram and fly and line 24 bus which costs $150 - $750 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Independence is to tram and fly and line 24 bus which takes 8h 33m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Independence?

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

How far is it from Seattle to Independence?

The distance between Seattle and Independence is 1547 miles. The road distance is 1850.8 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Independence without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Independence without a car is to train which takes 2 days 9h and costs $280 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Seattle to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Independence train from?

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

Train or fly from Seattle to Independence?

The best way to get from Seattle to Independence is to train which takes 2 days 9h and costs $280 - $800. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $210 - $950 and takes 12h 46m.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Independence?

Independence is 2h ahead of Seattle. It is currently 8:14 AM in Seattle and 10:14 AM in Independence.

Where does the Seattle to Independence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Seattle to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Independence is 1851 miles. It takes approximately 29h 2m to drive from Seattle to Independence.

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

Book your Seattle to Independence train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 269+ hotels available in Independence.

Seattle to Independence - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Seattle to Independence by tram, plane, bus, 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.

Tram to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fly, line 24 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Pioneer Square to SeaTac/Airporttram
2. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SEA - MCI
3. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus
8h 33m
$156–706
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Seattle to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
2d 9h
$280–769
Drive 1,840.1 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Independencecar 1,840.1 mi
29h 2m
$336–486
Fly from Paine Field County Airport
1. Fly from Paine Field County Airport (PAE) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PAE - MCI
12h 46m
$217–926
Train to Portland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Seattle to Portlandtrain
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PDX - MCI
11h 55m
$244–1,028
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Spokane Stationbus
2. Take the train from Spokane to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Indianapolisbus
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2d 14h
$335–647

Seattle to Independence by train (Amtrak)

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2d 9hAverage Duration

$280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,538.2 mi
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a train from Seattle to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 2d 9h. Alternatively, Alaska Airlines, Inc., American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Paine Field County Airport (PAE) to Kansas City (MCI) 5 times a day.

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