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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Independence is to bus which costs $19 - $40 and takes 4h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Independence is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Independence. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Columbia to Independence?

The distance between Columbia and Independence is 179 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Independence without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 18m and costs $160 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Columbia to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Independence bus from?

Columbia to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Where does the Columbia to Independence bus arrive?

Columbia to Independence bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Independence is 118 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Columbia to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 390+ hotels available in Independence.

Columbia to Independence - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Columbia to Independence by taxi, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Columbia to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Independence Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
3h 18m
$168–245
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Columbia to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
4h 28m
$19–36
Drive 117.2 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Independencecar 117.2 mi
1h 58m
$22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbia to Warrensburg Chamber Of Commercebus Greyhound US0175s
2. Take the train from Warrensburg Amtrak Station to Independence Stationtrain Missouri River Runner / ...
5h 24m
$38–80

Columbia to Independence by bus and foot (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Columbia, MO, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Columbia to Kansas City Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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