Independence travel guide
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You're Going to Love Independence
With a population of 116,830, Independence is a must-see destination in Missouri, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Independence has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Independence
Where to Eat in Independence
If you’re looking for affordable options, Ophelia's Restaurant (201 N. Main St.) and Cafe Verona (206 W. Lexington Ave.) are great picks.
When to visit Independence
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Independence in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 6.1″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Independence, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.
How to Get to Independence
Plane
When flying to Independence, you’ll arrive at Kansas City Downtown (MKC), which is located 10 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Independence departs from Dallas and takes around 1h 30m.
Train
The train station in Independence is called Independence, and is located 0.8 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Independence is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 8 miles from Independence. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Kansas City.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Independence, including Tornado Bus, Greyhound and Bus. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Independence takes 375 miles and will cost you around $250. From Minneapolis, the ticket costs about $155 for a journey of 565 miles.
Airports near Independence
Airlines serving Independence
Where to stay in Independence
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Suites Independence - Kansas City and Americas Best Value Inn Kansas City E Independence.
Where to stay in popular areas of Independence
Most booked hotels in Independence
Renting a car in Independence
Renting a car in Independence costs $58 per day, on average, or $173 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 15% cheaper than airport locations in Independence.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Independence (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Independence is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Commercial Truck or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Independence
Economy
2 Adults, 2 Bags
$31/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$31/day