What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to Carbondale?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Carbondale is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to Carbondale?

The fastest way to get from Alton to Carbondale is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from North County Transit Center and arriving at Carbondale via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Alton to Carbondale?

The distance between Alton and Carbondale is 126 miles. The road distance is 120.7 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to Carbondale without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to Carbondale without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 1m and costs $30 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Alton to Carbondale?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Alton to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Carbondale bus from?

Alton to Carbondale bus services, operated by Metro St. Louis, depart from North County Transit Center station.

Where does the Alton to Carbondale bus arrive?

Alton to Carbondale bus services, operated by Metro St. Louis, arrive at Civic Center Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Alton to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Carbondale is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Alton to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 54+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Alton to Carbondale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 74 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Alton to Carbondale by train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Alton Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 1m
$33–79
Drive 120 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Carbondalecar 120 mi
2h 25m
$22–32
Line 74 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Civic Center Transit Centerbus 74 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 12m
$48–88

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Distance: 125.3 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Alton, IL, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Alton to Carbondale via North County Transit Center, Civic Center Transit Center, and St. Louis in around 4h 12m.

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