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

The cheapest way to get from Champaign to Carbondale is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Champaign to Carbondale is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $55 - $120.

Is there a direct train between Champaign and Carbondale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Champaign-Urbana and arriving at Carbondale. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Champaign to Carbondale?

The distance between Champaign and Carbondale is 182 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Champaign to Carbondale without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $55 - $120.

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

The train from Champaign-Urbana to Carbondale takes 2h 54m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Champaign to Carbondale train from?

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

Train or fly from Champaign to Carbondale?

The best way to get from Champaign to Carbondale is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs $55 - $120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $410 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Champaign to Carbondale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Champaign to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Champaign to Carbondale is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Champaign to Carbondale.

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

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Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 50+ hotels available in Carbondale.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Carbondaletrain City of New Orleans / ...
2h 54m
$55–120
Drive 195.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Champaign to Carbondalecar 195.4 mi
3h 21m
$36–52
Fly
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane CMI - MWA
4h 18m
$108–402

Champaign to Carbondale by train (Amtrak)

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180.6 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Carbondale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Corporate Flight Management Inc fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) twice daily.

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