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

The cheapest way to get from Edwardsville to Carbondale is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edwardsville to Carbondale is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Edwardsville and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Edwardsville to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Madison County Transit Ctr and arriving at Carbondale via St. Louis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Edwardsville to Carbondale?

The distance between Edwardsville and Carbondale is 120 miles. The road distance is 104.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edwardsville to Carbondale without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 30m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Edwardsville to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edwardsville to Carbondale bus from?

Edwardsville to Carbondale bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from St. Louis station.

Where does the Edwardsville to Carbondale bus arrive?

Edwardsville to Carbondale bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carbondale station.

Can I drive from Edwardsville to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Edwardsville to Carbondale is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Edwardsville to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 54+ hotels available in Carbondale.

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

How to get fromEdwardsville to Carbondale

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Edwardsville to Carbondale by taxi, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Edwardsville to St. Louistaxi
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 30m
$69–113
Drive 103.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edwardsville to Carbondalecar 103.9 mi
2h 12m
$19–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 9m
$44–84

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edwardsville to Carbondale.

Launch map view

Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from St. Louis to Carbondale once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 2h. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week.

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.