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

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Urbana is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Urbana is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $55 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Carbondale and Urbana?

No, there is no direct train from Carbondale to Urbana. However, there are services departing from Carbondale and arriving at Champaign-Urbana via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Carbondale to Urbana?

The distance between Carbondale and Urbana is 186 miles. The road distance is 198.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carbondale to Urbana without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Carbondale to Urbana, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carbondale to Urbana train from?

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

Train or fly from Carbondale to Urbana?

The best way to get from Carbondale to Urbana is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $460 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Carbondale to Urbana train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carbondale to Urbana?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Urbana is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Carbondale to Urbana.

Where can I stay near Urbana?

There are 50+ hotels available in Urbana.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Carbondale to Champaign-Urbanatrain Illini / ...
3h 15m
$59–120
Drive 197.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Urbanacar 197.4 mi
3h 24m
$36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane MWA - CMI
4h 33m
$120–456

Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) flights

19Weekly Planes

5h 47mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.8 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Carbondale, IL, USA and Urbana, 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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