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San Antonio to Independence by bus

Independence lies 1,138 km (707 mi) north of San Antonio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.

A coach takes about 20 h 40 min including stops, over roughly 1,388 km (863 mi) of road.

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San AntonioIndependence
CountryUnited StatesUnited States
Population1.5 million117,255
Elevation202 m (663 ft)319 m (1,047 ft)
Time nowUTC-5 (America/Chicago)UTC-5 (America/Chicago)
Postal codes78201–7829964050–64058

Where to book buses from San Antonio to Independence

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Staying in Independence

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Common questions

How far is Independence from San Antonio?

1,138 km (707 mi) in a straight line, north of San Antonio; by road roughly 1,388 km (863 mi).

How long does it take to get from San Antonio to Independence by bus?

About 20 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.

Is there a time difference between San Antonio and Independence?

No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.

Where these facts come from

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Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.