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

The cheapest way to get from Galesburg to Independence is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galesburg to Independence is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $70 - $170.

Is there a direct train between Galesburg and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Galesburg station to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Galesburg Amtrak Station and arriving at Independence Station via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Galesburg to Independence?

The distance between Galesburg and Independence is 284 miles. The road distance is 320.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Galesburg to Independence without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs $70 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Galesburg to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galesburg to Independence train from?

Galesburg to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Where does the Galesburg to Independence train arrive?

Galesburg to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Galesburg to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Galesburg to Independence is 321 miles. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Galesburg to Independence.

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

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Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 378+ hotels available in Independence.

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There are 6 ways to get from Galesburg to Independence by train (Amtrak), car, taxi, plane, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
6h 3m
$74–163
Drive 318.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Galesburg to Independencecar 318.7 mi
6h 43m
$59–84
Taxi to Quad City International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Galesburg to Moline-Airport-MLItaxi
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MLI - MCI
8h 12m
$216–693
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane PIA - MCI
9h 57m
$109–570
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MDW - MCI
9h 31m
$148–751
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
9h 54m
$415–898

Galesburg to Independence by train (Amtrak)

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6h 3mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.5 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Galesburg, IL, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Kansas City once daily. Tickets cost $70–160 and the journey takes 4h 44m.

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