How to get from Independence to Merriam by bus?

From Independence to Merriam by bus

To get from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 24 bus from Independence Metrocenter Eastside station to On Independence at Woodland Wb station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 11 bus and finally take the 403 bus from 39th & Rainbow station to On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min.

116min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 1111
Bus - 403403
Walk to Merriam
Leaves from Independence Metrocenter Eastside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Independence Metrocenter Eastside
    ID 153
    0.8 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    24 - Independence/To Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Independence at Woodland Wb
    ID 2400067
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    On Woodland at Independence Ave Sb Farside
    ID 3000041
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    11-Northeast-Westside/To Ku Med
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On 39th at Ku Med Center Eastbound
    ID 390119
    30 min
  • 7
    Bus - 403403
    Wait for bus
    403
    Walmart Park N Ride
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb
    20 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merriam
    Walk to
    Merriam
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Independence to Merriam by bus via 24, 404 and 403

To get from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 24 bus from Independence Metrocenter Eastside station to On 12th Between Grand And Mcgee Eastbound station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 404 bus and finally take the 403 bus from On Roe at W 53rd Southbound station to On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min.

177min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 404404
Bus - 403403
Walk to Merriam
Leaves from Independence Metrocenter Eastside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Independence Metrocenter Eastside
    ID 153
    0.8 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    24 - Independence/To Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On 12th Between Grand And Mcgee Eastbound
    ID 25004
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 404404
    Wait for bus
    404
    Metcalf Walmart
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Roe at W 53rd Southbound
    21 min
  • 7
    Bus - 403403
    Wait for bus
    403
    Walmart Park N Ride
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merriam
    Walk to
    Merriam
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Independence to Merriam

The distance between Independence, Kansas City and Merriam, Kansas City is approximately 22.63 mi, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Independence to Merriam by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Kansas City – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Independence

Independence is located at Independence, Kansas City and the nearest public transit station is Independence Amtrak Station.

Train stations close to Independence:

  • Independence Amtrak Station

Public transit stations close to Merriam, Kansas City

Merriam is located at Merriam, Kansas City and the nearest public transit station is On Shawnee Mission Parkway at Craig Eastbound.

Bus stations close to Merriam:

  • On Shawnee Mission Parkway at Craig Eastbound
  • On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb
  • On Johnson Drive at Goodman St Wb Nearside

Related Routes

Alternative route from Independence to Merriam by bus via 24, 404 and 403

To get from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 24 bus from Independence Metrocenter Eastside station to On 12th Between Grand And Mcgee Eastbound station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 404 bus and finally take the 403 bus from On Roe at W 53rd Southbound station to On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 57 min.

177min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 404404
Bus - 403403
Walk to Merriam
Leaves from Independence Metrocenter Eastside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Independence Metrocenter Eastside
    ID 153
    0.8 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    24 - Independence/To Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On 12th Between Grand And Mcgee Eastbound
    ID 25004
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 404404
    Wait for bus
    404
    Metcalf Walmart
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Roe at W 53rd Southbound
    21 min
  • 7
    Bus - 403403
    Wait for bus
    403
    Walmart Park N Ride
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb
    8 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merriam
    Walk to
    Merriam
    90 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Independence to Merriam?

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 11, Bus line 403.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Independence to Merriam?

    The alternative route takes 177 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 404, Bus line 403.

  • Is there a direct bus between Independence and Merriam in Kansas City?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City?

    The 24 bus line goes from Independence Metrocenter Eastside station near Independence to 24 - Independence/To Downtown station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 24 - Independence/To Downtown station near Merriam in Kansas City

  • How long does it take to travel from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City by bus?

    The total travel time between Independence and Merriam in Kansas City by bus is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Independence to get to Merriam in Kansas City?

    Get on the 24 bus from the Independence Metrocenter Eastside stop near Independence in Kansas City.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Independence and Merriam in Kansas City?

    Get off the bus at the 24 - Independence/To Downtown stop, which is closest to Merriam in Kansas City.

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