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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Waterloo is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Waterloo is to drive which takes 5h 33m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Waterloo?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Waterloo. However, there are services departing from On Lexington At Elm Westbound and arriving at Waterloo via Kansas City and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

How far is it from Independence to Waterloo?

The distance between Independence and Waterloo is 330 miles. The road distance is 295.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 8h 41m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Independence to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Waterloo bus from?

Independence to Waterloo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Kansas City station.

Bus or fly from Independence to Waterloo?

The best way to get from Independence to Waterloo is to bus which takes 8h 41m and costs $65 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $600 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Independence to Waterloo bus arrive?

Independence to Waterloo bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Independence to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Waterloo is 296 miles. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from Independence to Waterloo.

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 44+ hotels available in Waterloo.

Independence to Waterloo - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Independence to Waterloo by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
8h 41m
$69–115
Drive 294 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Independence to Waterloocar 294 mi
5h 33m
$54–78
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane MCI - ALO
7h 52m
$118–573
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MCI - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Waterloocar
8h 33m
$106–517

Kansas City (MCI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) flights

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Distance: 328.6 mi
Duration: 8h 41m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Waterloo, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from On Lexington At Elm Westbound to Waterloo via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City, and Des Moines in around 8h 41m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 4 times a day.

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