Independence to Columbia by bus
Columbia lies 180 km (112 mi) east of Independence, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 3 h 29 min including stops, over roughly 220 km (137 mi) of road.
| Independence | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 117,255 | 129,330 |
| Elevation | 319 m (1,047 ft) | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Postal codes | 64050–64058 | 65201–65218 |
Where to book buses from Independence to Columbia
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Staying in Columbia
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Common questions
How far is Columbia from Independence?
180 km (112 mi) in a straight line, east of Independence; by road roughly 220 km (137 mi).
How long does it take to get from Independence to Columbia by bus?
About 3 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Independence and Columbia?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.