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How to Travel from

Chicago to Carbondale

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$407.64

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:
contouraviation.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Williamson
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$254.77
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Cape
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$254.77

GoJet Airlines

Website:
gojetairlines.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$25.48–$280.25

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$152.86
Bus from St. Louis to Carbondale
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Carbondale
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$242.03
Bus from St. Louis to Carbondale
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$95.54

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Carbondale is to train which costs $34.78 - $130.43 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Carbondale is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Carbondale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Carbondale Train Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Carbondale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Carbondale. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Chicago to Carbondale?

The distance between Chicago and Carbondale is 497 km. The road distance is 531.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Carbondale without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $34.78 - $130.43 .

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale takes 5h 16m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carbondale bus from?

Chicago to Carbondale bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carbondale train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Carbondale?

The best way to get from Chicago to Carbondale is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $34.78 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30.43 - $206.52 and takes 10h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $86.96 - $184.78 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Chicago to Carbondale bus arrive?

Chicago to Carbondale bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Carbondale Train Station.

Where does the Chicago to Carbondale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Carbondale is 532 km. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Chicago to Carbondale.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Carbondale?

Book your Chicago to Carbondale train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Carbondale?

Book your Chicago to Carbondale bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 32+ hotels available in Carbondale. Prices start at $45.18 per night.
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