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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Austin is to bus which costs $110 - $190 and takes 17h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Austin is to line 24 bus and fly which takes 6h 11m and costs $90 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Austin. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at Downtown Austin via Kansas City Bus Station and Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Austin?

No, there is no direct train from Independence station to Austin. However, there are services departing from Independence Station and arriving at Austin via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 18m.

How far is it from Independence to Austin?

The distance between Independence and Austin is 698 miles. The road distance is 693.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 17h 31m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Independence to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Austin bus from?

Independence to Austin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Independence to Austin train from?

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

Train or bus from Independence to Austin?

The best way to get from Independence to Austin is to bus which takes 17h 31m and costs $110 - $190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $360 - $800 and takes 29h 18m.

Where does the Independence to Austin bus arrive?

Independence to Austin bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Denton station.

Where does the Independence to Austin train arrive?

Independence to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Independence to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Austin is 693 miles. It takes approximately 11h 36m to drive from Independence to Austin.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Independence to Austin by bus, plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Line 24 bus, fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane MCI - AUS
6h 11m
$91–362
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus FlixBus 2241
2. Take the bus from Denton to Downtown Austinbus FlixBus 2230
17h 31m
$110–190
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Independence Station to St. Louistrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Austintrain Texas Eagle
29h 18m
$362–771
Drive 689.2 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Austincar 689.2 mi
11h 36m
$126–182
Fly to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK)plane MCI - GRK
2. Drive from Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) to Austincar
8h 26m
$101–518
Fly to San Antonio International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane MCI - SAT
2. Take the bus from San Antonio Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plazabus
8h 32m
$143–775
Bus via Tulsa
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Round Rockbus
23h 28m
$131–240

Independence to Austin by bus and foot (Flixbus)

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Distance: 693.6 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Downtown Austin via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, and Denton in around 17h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Independence Station to Austin via St. Louis in around 29h 18m.

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