The average bus between Independence and Columbus takes 20h 51m and the fastest bus takes 16h 26m. The bus service runs several times per day from Independence to Columbus. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Independence and Columbus. The earliest departure is at 7:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Independence is at 7:19 PM which arrives into Columbus at 8:40 PM. All services require a transfer at East Village - Bay A and take an average of 20h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Independence to Columbus? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Independence station and arriving at Columbus station via St Louis Bus Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 51m.
Independence to Columbus bus services, operated by Ride KC, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.
Independence to Columbus bus services, operated by Ride KC, arrive at Columbus station.
The distance between Independence and Columbus is 983.3 km. The road distance is 1,099 km.
You can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Columbus via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 16h 31m.