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

The cheapest way to get from Lisle to Carbondale is to drive which costs $55 - $90 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lisle to Carbondale is to train and fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $110 - $270.

Is there a direct train between Lisle and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct train from Lisle to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Lisle and arriving at Carbondale via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

How far is it from Lisle to Carbondale?

The distance between Lisle and Carbondale is 335 miles. The road distance is 327.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lisle to Carbondale without a car is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs $80 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Lisle to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lisle to Carbondale train from?

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

Where does the Lisle to Carbondale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lisle to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Lisle to Carbondale is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Lisle to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 60+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Lisle to Carbondale - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Lisle to Carbondale by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
7h 28m
$85–196
Drive 325.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lisle to Carbondalecar 325.4 mi
5h 38m
$60–86
Train, fly to Williamson County Regional Airport
1. Take the train from Lisle to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane ORD - MWA
4h 39m
$117–261
Train, fly to Barkley Regional Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Lisle to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)plane ORD - PAH
3. Drive from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Carbondalecar
5h 49m
$64–320

Lisle to Carbondale by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

7h 28mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333 mi
Duration: 7h 28m

What companies run services between Lisle, 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.

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