What is the cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale?

The cheapest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale?

The fastest way to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $22 - $35.

How far is it from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale?

The distance between Poplar Bluff and Carbondale is 161 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

How do I travel from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale without a car?

The best way to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 41m and costs $65 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale, including transfers.

Can I drive from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Poplar Bluff to Carbondale is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 54+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Poplar Bluff to Carbondale - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale by car, bus, or train

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Flying J - Matthewscar
2. Take the bus from Flying J - Matthews to Marathon Gas Station - Marionbus
3. Take the bus from RMTD Park and Ride to Carbondale,IL - Amtrakbus
5h
$52–159
Drive 123.2 mi
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1. Drive from Poplar Bluff to Carbondalecar 123.2 mi
2h 10m
$23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Poplar Bluff Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 41m
$68–157

Poplar Bluff to Carbondale by train and bus

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7h 41mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.1 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Poplar Bluff, MO, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Poplar Bluff to Carbondale. However, you can drive to Flying J - Matthews, take the bus to Marathon Gas Station - Marion, walk to RMTD Park and Ride, then take the bus to Carbondale,IL - Amtrak. Alternatively, you can take a train from Poplar Bluff Station to Carbondale via St. Louis and St. Louis in around 7h 41m.

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