What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston?

The distance between St. Louis Airport (STL) and Charleston is 154 miles. The road distance is 147.9 miles.

How do I travel from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 52m and costs $100 - $150.

How long does it take to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston, including transfers.

Can I drive from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 14+ hotels available in Charleston.

Can I share a ride from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between St. Louis Airport (STL) and Charleston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston - 4 ways to travel via bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston by bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Bus, taxi (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Effinghambus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the taxi from Effingham to Charlestontaxi
3h 52m
$101–143
Drive 147 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charlestoncar 147 mi
2h 31m
$27–39
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from St. Louis-STL to Charlestonrideshare 147 mi
2h 31m
Bus, taxi via LAMBERT AIRPORT TERMINAL #1 station (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Effinghambus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the taxi from Effingham to Charlestontaxi
3h 58m
$102–142

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Distance: 153.1 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between St. Louis Airport (STL), USA and Charleston, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from St. Louis Airport (STL) to Charleston. However, you can take the bus to St Louis Bus Station, take the bus to Effingham, then take the taxi to Charleston. Alternatively, Mozio operates a vehicle from St. Louis-STL to Charleston on demand, and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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