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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Independence is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Independence is to drive which takes 6h 39m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Independence?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Independence. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at On White Oak At Osage Eb via Albert Lea and East Village - Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 7m.

How far is it from Rochester to Independence?

The distance between Rochester and Independence is 432 miles. The road distance is 400.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Independence without a car is to bus which takes 11h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 7m to get from Rochester to Independence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Independence bus from?

Rochester to Independence bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, depart from Rochester station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Independence?

The best way to get from Rochester to Independence is to bus which takes 11h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $1,000 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Rochester to Independence bus arrive?

Rochester to Independence bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Albert Lea station.

Can I drive from Rochester to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Independence is 400 miles. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Rochester to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are 293+ hotels available in Independence.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Rochester to Independence by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Albert Leabus Lta 234
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
11h 7m
Drive 398 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester to Independencecar 398 mi
6h 39m
$73–105
Fly from Rochester
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Kansas City (MCI)plane RST - MCI
8h 14m
$178–984
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly, line 24 bus
1. Take the bus from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MSP - MCI
3. Take the bus from East Village - Bay A to On White Oak At Osage Ebbus
6h 53m
$650–1,000

Rochester (RST) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 429.8 mi
Duration: 11h 7m

What companies run services between Rochester, MN, USA and Independence, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Rochester to On White Oak At Osage Eb via Albert Lea, Kansas City, and East Village - Bay A in around 11h 7m. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Rochester (RST) to Kansas City (MCI) every 4 hours.

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