What is the cheapest way to get from Independence to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Salt Lake City is to bus which costs $180 - $360 and takes 24h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Independence to Salt Lake City?

The fastest way to get from Independence to Salt Lake City is to line 24 bus and fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Salt Lake City?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Salt Lake City. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr via Kansas City Bus Station and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Salt Lake City?

No, there is no direct train from Independence station to Salt Lake City. However, there are services departing from Independence Station and arriving at Salt Lake City via Kansas City and Galesburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 27m.

How far is it from Independence to Salt Lake City?

The distance between Independence and Salt Lake City is 965 miles. The road distance is 1083.2 miles.

How do I travel from Independence to Salt Lake City without a car?

The best way to get from Independence to Salt Lake City without a car is to bus which takes 24h 26m and costs $180 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Independence to Salt Lake City?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Independence to Salt Lake City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Salt Lake City bus from?

Independence to Salt Lake City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Independence to Salt Lake City train from?

Independence to Salt Lake City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train or bus from Independence to Salt Lake City?

The best way to get from Independence to Salt Lake City is to bus which takes 24h 26m and costs $180 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,200 and takes 38h 27m.

Where does the Independence to Salt Lake City bus arrive?

Independence to Salt Lake City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Independence and Salt Lake City?

Salt Lake City is 1h behind Independence. It is currently 7:58 AM in Independence and 6:58 AM in Salt Lake City.

Where does the Independence to Salt Lake City train arrive?

Independence to Salt Lake City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Independence to Salt Lake City?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Salt Lake City is 1083 miles. It takes approximately 16h 37m to drive from Independence to Salt Lake City.

How do I get a train ticket from Independence to Salt Lake City?

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Where can I stay near Salt Lake City?

There are 697+ hotels available in Salt Lake City.

Independence to Salt Lake City - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 24 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Independence to Salt Lake City by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Line 24 bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from On Truman At Osage Wb to East Village - Bay Abus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)plane MCI - SLC
6h 32m
$152–753
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctrbus Greyhound US0560S / ...
24h 26m
$185–360
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Salt Lake Citytrain California Zephyr
38h 27m
$548–1,136
Drive 1,077 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Salt Lake Citycar 1,077 mi
16h 37m
$197–284

Independence to Salt Lake City by bus and foot (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

24h 26mAverage Duration

$185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 959.9 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Salt Lake City, UT, USA?

You can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctr via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, and Denver Union Station in around 24h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Independence Station to Salt Lake City via Kansas City and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 38h 27m.

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