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

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Champaign is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Champaign is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $55 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Carbondale and Champaign?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carbondale and arriving at Champaign-Urbana. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Carbondale to Champaign?

The distance between Carbondale and Champaign is 182 miles. The road distance is 197.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carbondale to Champaign without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $55 - $120.

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

The train from Carbondale to Champaign-Urbana takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Carbondale to Champaign train from?

Carbondale to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carbondale station.

Train or fly from Carbondale to Champaign?

The best way to get from Carbondale to Champaign is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $440 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the Carbondale to Champaign train arrive?

Carbondale to Champaign train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Champaign-Urbana station.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Champaign?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Champaign is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Carbondale to Champaign.

How do I get a train ticket from Carbondale to Champaign?

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Where can I stay near Champaign?

There are 50+ hotels available in Champaign.

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There are 3 ways to get from Carbondale to Champaign by train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Carbondale to Champaign-Urbanatrain Illini / ...
2h 50m
$55–120
Drive 196 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Champaigncar 196 mi
3h 22m
$36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane MWA - CMI
4h 30m
$116–432

Carbondale to Champaign by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Carbondale to Champaign-Urbana 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Corporate Flight Management Inc fly from Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) 3 times a day.

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