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 Grand at 11th Southbound Nearside station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 404 bus and finally take the 403 bus from On Roe at 51st Sb station to On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min.

115min
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
    0.79 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    24 - Independence/To Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Grand at 11th Southbound Nearside
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 404404
    Wait for bus
    404
    Southbound
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Roe at 51st Sb
    20 min
  • 7
    Bus - 403403
    Wait for bus
    403
    Southbound
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Shawnee Mission Pkwy at Craig Rd Wb
    9 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 and 404

To get from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City, take the 24 bus from Independence Metrocenter Eastside station to On Grand at 11th Southbound Nearside station. Next, take the 404 bus from On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside station to On Metcalf at 65th St Southbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min.

107min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 404404
Walk to Merriam
Leaves from Independence Metrocenter Eastside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Independence Metrocenter Eastside
    0.79 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    24 - Independence/To Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Grand at 11th Southbound Nearside
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 404404
    Wait for bus
    404
    Southbound
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Metcalf at 65th St Southbound
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Merriam
    Walk to
    Merriam
    0.77 mi • 16 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 21.74 mi, which can typically be travelled in 115 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 On Truman at Rogers Westbound Farside.

Train stations close to Independence:

  • Independence Amtrak Station

Bus stations close to Independence:

  • On Truman at Rogers Westbound Farside
  • On E Truman Rd at Keiger Dr Wb
  • On Truman Road at Baker Eb

Related Routes

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

To get from Independence to Merriam in Kansas City, take the 24 bus from Independence Metrocenter Eastside station to On Grand at 11th Southbound Nearside station. Next, take the 404 bus from On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside station to On Metcalf at 65th St Southbound station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 47 min.

107min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2424
Bus - 404404
Walk to Merriam
Leaves from Independence Metrocenter Eastside

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Independence Metrocenter Eastside
    0.79 mi • 17 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2424
    Wait for bus
    24
    24 - Independence/To Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Grand at 11th Southbound Nearside
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    On 11th at Grand Westbound Nearside
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 404404
    Wait for bus
    404
    Southbound
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    On Metcalf at 65th St Southbound
    29 min
  • 7
    Walk to Merriam
    Walk to
    Merriam
    0.77 mi • 16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 404, Bus line 403.

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

    The alternative route takes 107 minutes, using Bus line 24, Bus line 404.

  • 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 55 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 55 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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