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

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Carbondale is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Carbondale is to fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $110 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Carbondale via Indianapolis Union Station and St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Carbondale via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from Detroit to Carbondale?

The distance between Detroit and Carbondale is 466 miles. The road distance is 542.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Carbondale without a car is to train which takes 11h 36m and costs $190 - $400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Detroit to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Carbondale bus from?

Detroit to Carbondale bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Carbondale train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Carbondale?

The best way to get from Detroit to Carbondale is to fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $110 - $490. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $400 and takes 11h 36m, you could also bus, which costs $110 - $230 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Detroit to Carbondale bus arrive?

Detroit to Carbondale bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Carbondale?

Carbondale is 1h behind Detroit. It is currently 4:44 AM in Detroit and 3:44 AM in Carbondale.

Where does the Detroit to Carbondale train arrive?

Detroit to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Carbondale is 542 miles. It takes approximately 9h 14m to drive from Detroit to Carbondale.

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

Book your Detroit to Carbondale train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 54+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Detroit to Carbondale - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Detroit to Carbondale by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Amtrak, Flixbus), car, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly Detroit to Williamson County Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane DTW - MWA
6h 33m
$112–482
Drive 539 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Carbondalecar 539 mi
9h 14m
$99–143
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
11h 36m
$191–393
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
13h 30m
$119–223
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Williamson County Regional Airport
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane FNT - MWA
7h 19m
$120–435
Fly Detroit to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane DTW - STL
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
7h 9m
$470–1,005
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicagobus FlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2521
16h 40m
$177–253

Detroit to Carbondale by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

11h 36mAverage Duration

$191Cheapest Price

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Distance: 462.9 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Corporate Flight Management Inc fly from Detroit (DTW) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to Carbondale via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 36m.

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