What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 11h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to taxi and fly which takes 8h 58m and costs $160 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids station to Independence. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Chicago Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Grand Rapids and Independence?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Rapids station to Independence station. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station and arriving at Independence Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 29m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Independence is 730 miles. The road distance is 648.2 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Rapids to Independence without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence without a car is to train which takes 15h 29m and costs $230 - $480.

How long does it take to get from Grand Rapids to Independence?

It takes approximately 15h 29m to get from Grand Rapids to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Independence bus from?

Grand Rapids to Independence bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Independence train from?

Grand Rapids to Independence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station.

Train or bus from Grand Rapids to Independence?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Independence is to train which takes 15h 29m and costs $230 - $480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $250 and takes 17h 55m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Independence bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Independence bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 6:20 AM in Grand Rapids and 5:20 AM in Independence.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Independence train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Independence is 648 miles. It takes approximately 11h 8m to drive from Grand Rapids to Independence.

How do I get a train ticket from Grand Rapids to Independence?

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There are 9 ways to get from Grand Rapids to Independence by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, plane, train, or taxi

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Pere Marquette
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
15h 29m
$238–475
Drive 644.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Rapids to Independencecar 644.4 mi
11h 8m
$118–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
17h 55m
$148–250
Line 6 bus to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, fly, line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Fountain/Division to Kentwood Station - Woodlandbus
2. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Kansas City (MCI)plane GRR - MCI
3. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus
9h 21m
$134–754
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Independence Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
15h 29m
$248–455
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MDW - MCI
10h 44m
$173–823
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
11h 5m
$410–870
Taxi to Muskegon, fly
1. Take the taxi from Grand Rapids to Muskegon (MKG)taxi
2. Fly from Muskegon (MKG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MKG - MCI
8h 58m
$167–597
Bus, bus to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from Greyhound Grand Rapids to CATA Intermodal Downtownbus
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Detroit Metro Airportbus
3. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DTW - MCI
10h 37m
$413–1,066

Grand Rapids to Independence by train (Amtrak)

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15h 29mAverage Duration

$238Cheapest Price

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Distance: 725.4 mi
Duration: 15h 29m

What companies run services between Grand Rapids, Kent County, MI, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Independence Station via Chicago Union Station in around 15h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Chicago Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 17h 55m.

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