What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale?

The fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Vernon and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Vernon to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from El Rancherito - Mount Vernon and arriving at Carbondale,IL - Amtrak via RMTD Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Mount Vernon to Carbondale?

The distance between Mount Vernon and Carbondale is 84 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Vernon to Carbondale without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 32m and costs $75 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Vernon to Carbondale bus from?

Mount Vernon to Carbondale bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from El Rancherito - Mount Vernon station.

Where does the Mount Vernon to Carbondale bus arrive?

Mount Vernon to Carbondale bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Marathon Gas Station - Marion.

Can I drive from Mount Vernon to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Vernon to Carbondale is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Mount Vernon to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 54+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Mount Vernon to Carbondale - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Vernon to Carbondale by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Mount Vernon to Centralia Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Centralia Amtrak to Carbondaletrain Saluki / ...
1h 32m
$80–114
Drive 56.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Vernon to Carbondalecar 56.9 mi
1h 3m
$11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Rancherito - Mount Vernon to Marathon Gas Station - Marionbus Chicago / ...
2. Take the bus from RMTD Park and Ride to Carbondale,IL - Amtrakbus
3h 13m
$45–144
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mount Vernon to Carbondaletaxi 56.9 mi
1h 3m
$120–150

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Distance: 83.5 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Mount Vernon, IL, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Mount Vernon to Carbondale,IL - Amtrak via El Rancherito - Mount Vernon, Marathon Gas Station - Marion, and RMTD Park and Ride in around 3h 13m.

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