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

The cheapest way to get from Carlinville to Carbondale is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlinville to Carbondale is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $24 - $40.

How far is it from Carlinville to Carbondale?

The distance between Carlinville and Carbondale is 154 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlinville to Carbondale without a car is to train and bus via St. Louis which takes 4h 30m and costs $30 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Carlinville to Carbondale, including transfers.

Can I drive from Carlinville to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlinville to Carbondale is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Carlinville to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 54+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Carlinville to Carbondale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlinville to Carbondale by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via St. Louis
best
1. Take the train from Carlinville Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 30m
$34–87
Drive 134.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlinville to Carbondalecar 134.1 mi
2h 54m
$25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlinville Station to Springfieldtrain Texas Eagle / ...
2. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2521
6h 11m

Carlinville to Carbondale by train and bus

19Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Carlinville to Carbondale. However, you can take the train to St. Louis, walk to St. Louis, then take the bus to Carbondale. Alternatively, you can drive from Carlinville to Carbondale in around 2h 54m.

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