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How to get fromJefferson City to Centraliaby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Jefferson City to Centralia by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to St. Louistrain train
    2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus bus
    3. Take the train from Carbondale to Centralia Amtraktrain train
    7h 26m
    $68–163

  2. Drive 189.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Jefferson City to Centraliacar car 189.3 mi
    3h 47m
    $35–50

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Jefferson City to St Louis Bus Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus bus
    3. Take the train from Carbondale to Centralia Amtraktrain train
    8h 36m
    $65–145

Jefferson City to Centralia by train and bus

Calendar12Weekly Services
Duration7h 26mAverage Duration
Ticket$68Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 273.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between Jefferson City, MO, USA and Centralia, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Jefferson City to Centralia. However, you can take the train to St. Louis, walk to St. Louis, take the bus to Carbondale, walk to Carbondale, then take the train to Centralia Amtrak. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Jefferson City to Centralia Amtrak via Jefferson City, St Louis Bus Station, St. Louis, Carbondale, and Carbondale in around 8h 36m.

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