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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Carbondale is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Carbondale is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $110 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Carbondale via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Carbondale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Carbondale. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Chicago to Carbondale?

The distance between Chicago and Carbondale is 311 miles. The road distance is 332.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Carbondale without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $80 - $190.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carbondale bus from?

Chicago to Carbondale bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carbondale train from?

Chicago to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Carbondale?

The best way to get from Chicago to Carbondale is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $80 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 8h 55m, you could also fly, which costs $110 - $260 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Chicago to Carbondale bus arrive?

Chicago to Carbondale bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Carbondale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Carbondale is 332 miles. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Chicago to Carbondale.

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

Book your Chicago to Carbondale train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Carbondale?

Book your Chicago to Carbondale bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 60+ hotels available in Carbondale.

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Carbondale by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), car, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
5h 30m
$80–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 55m
$57–115
Drive 330.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Carbondalecar 330.3 mi
5h 31m
$61–88
Fly to Williamson County Regional Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane ORD - MWA
3h 23m
$112–255
Fly to Barkley Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)plane ORD - PAH
2. Drive from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Carbondalecar
4h 33m
$60–314

Chicago to Carbondale by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 308.8 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $80–190 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Carbondale via St Louis Bus Station and St. Louis in around 8h 55m.

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