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. Independence deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
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, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Oklahoma City, the bus ride to Independence takes 400 miles and will cost you around $65. From Dallas, the ticket costs about $330 for a journey of 570 miles.
Airports near Independence
Airlines serving 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 $51 per day, on average, or $101 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Independence.
Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Independence is Intermediate (Tesla Model 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini rental cars (Fiat 500 or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.