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

The cheapest way to get from Louisville to Independence is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Louisville to Independence is to drive which takes 8h 19m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Louisville and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Louisville to Independence. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Evansville Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 23m.

How far is it from Louisville to Independence?

The distance between Louisville and Independence is 559 miles. The road distance is 500.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Louisville to Independence without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 50m and costs $200 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 12h 50m to get from Louisville to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Louisville to Independence bus from?

Louisville to Independence bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Louisville to Independence?

The best way to get from Louisville to Independence is to fly which takes 8h 21m and costs $130 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $240 and takes 13h 23m.

Where does the Louisville to Independence bus arrive?

Louisville to Independence bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Evansville, IN station.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Independence?

Independence is 1h behind Louisville. It is currently 8:35 AM in Louisville and 7:35 AM in Independence.

Can I drive from Louisville to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Louisville to Independence is 501 miles. It takes approximately 8h 19m to drive from Louisville to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 377+ hotels available in Independence.

Louisville to Independence - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Independence Stationtrain
12h 50m
$208–399
Drive 497.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Louisville to Independencecar 497.6 mi
8h 19m
$91–132
Fly from Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI)plane SDF - MCI
8h 21m
$132–753
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Evansville, INbus
2. Take the bus from Evansville Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
13h 23m
$108–239
Drive to Covington, fly
1. Drive from Louisville to Covington (CVG)car
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CVG - MCI
8h 32m
$187–1,025
Bus to Nashville, fly
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Kansas City (MCI)plane BNA - MCI
9h 33m
$435–1,148
Bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Kansas City (MCI)plane IND - MCI
9h 33m
$683–1,158

Louisville to Independence by bus and train

7Weekly Services

12h 50mAverage Duration

$208Cheapest Price

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Distance: 555.3 mi
Duration: 12h 50m

What companies run services between Louisville, KY, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Kansas City (MCI) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louisville, KY to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Evansville Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and East Village - Bay A in around 13h 23m.

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