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How to get fromSt. Louis to Shawnee National Forestby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from St. Louis to Shawnee National Forest by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    2. Take the taxi from Carbondale to Shawnee National Foresttaxi taxi
    3h 17m
    $116–176

  2. Drive 147.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from St. Louis to Shawnee National Forestcar car 147.9 mi
    2h 54m
    $27–39

  3. Bus, taxi via Marion

    1. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus bus
    2. Take the bus from Carbondale,IL - Amtrak to RMTD Park and Ride returnbus bus
    3. Take the taxi from RMTD Park and Ride return to Shawnee National Foresttaxi taxi
    4h 46m
    $88–136

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 141.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Shawnee National Forest, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from St. Louis to Shawnee National Forest. However, you can take the bus to Carbondale then take the taxi to Shawnee National Forest. Alternatively, you can drive from St. Louis to Shawnee National Forest in around 2h 54m.

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