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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Independence is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Independence is to drive which takes 5h and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Houston to Independence?

The distance between Houston and Independence is 282 miles. The road distance is 231.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Independence without a car is to taxi and shuttle and bus which takes 7h 28m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Houston to Independence, including transfers.

Can I drive from Houston to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Independence is 231 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Houston to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 393+ hotels available in Independence.

Houston to Independence - 2 ways to travel via taxi, shuttle, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Houston to Independence by taxi, shuttle, bus, or car

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Taxi, shuttle, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Houston to Mountain Grovetaxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Mountain Grove to Springfieldshuttle
3. Take the bus from Springfield to Kansas Citybus
7h 28m
$109–143
Drive 230.1 mi
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1. Drive from Houston to Independencecar 230.1 mi
5h
$42–61

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Distance: 280.5 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Houston to Independence. However, you can take the taxi to Mountain Grove, take the shuttle to Springfield, take the taxi to Springfield, take the bus to Kansas City, walk to East Village - Bay A, then take the line 24 bus to On White Oak At Osage Eb. Alternatively, you can drive from Houston to Independence in around 5h.

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