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

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Alton is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carbondale and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Carbondale to Alton. However, there are services departing from Carbondale and arriving at North County Transit Center via Civic Center Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Carbondale to Alton?

The distance between Carbondale and Alton is 122 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carbondale to Alton without a car is to bus and line 74 bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $45 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Carbondale to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carbondale to Alton bus from?

Carbondale to Alton bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carbondale station.

Where does the Carbondale to Alton bus arrive?

Carbondale to Alton bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Alton is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Carbondale to Alton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Carbondale to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 58+ hotels available in Alton.

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

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

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Bus, line 74 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carbondale to St. Louisbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Civic Center Transit Center to North County Transit Centerbus 74 / ...
3h 19m
$47–87
Drive 119 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Altoncar 119 mi
2h 24m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carbondale to St. Louisbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Alton Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
3h 48m
$34–75

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Carbondale to Alton via St. Louis, Civic Center Transit Center, and North County Transit Center in around 3h 19m.

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