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San Diego to Independence trains

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Trip Overview

The train between San Diego and Independence takes 40h 58m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from San Diego to Independence. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

40h 58m
Duration
1,880 mi
Distance
$1,273
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

San Diego to Independence train times

Trains run 5 times a week between San Diego and Independence. The service departs San Diego at 2:01 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Independence at 08:59:00. All services require a transfer at Fullerton Amtrak Station and take an average of 40h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

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Departing Monday, October 26, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Diego to Independence? 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.

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  • Distance: 1,879.9 mi
  • Duration: 40h 58m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a train from San Diego to Independence Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station and Kansas City in around 39h 9m.

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