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

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Carbondale is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Carbondale is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Charleston and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleston to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Flying J - Matthews and arriving at Carbondale,IL - Amtrak via RMTD Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Charleston to Carbondale?

The distance between Charleston and Carbondale is 126 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charleston to Carbondale without a car is to bus which takes 4h 19m and costs $100 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Charleston to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Carbondale bus from?

Charleston to Carbondale bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Flying J - Matthews station.

Where does the Charleston to Carbondale bus arrive?

Charleston to Carbondale bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Marathon Gas Station - Marion.

Can I drive from Charleston to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Carbondale is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Charleston to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 53+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Charleston to Carbondale - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Charleston to Carbondale by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Flying J - Matthews to Marathon Gas Station - Marionbus Milwaukee
2. Take the bus from RMTD Park and Ride to Carbondale,IL - Amtrakbus
4h 19m
$100–214
Drive 62.5 mi
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1. Drive from Charleston to Carbondalecar 62.5 mi
1h 8m
$12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Charleston to Carbondaletaxi 62.5 mi
1h 8m
$140–170

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Distance: 125.4 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Charleston, MO, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Charleston to Carbondale,IL - Amtrak via Flying J - Matthews, Marathon Gas Station - Marion, and RMTD Park and Ride in around 4h 19m.

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