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

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Decatur is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Decatur is to train and taxi which takes 3h 42m and costs $130 - $190.

How far is it from Carbondale to Decatur?

The distance between Carbondale and Decatur is 230 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carbondale to Decatur without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 42m and costs $130 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Carbondale to Decatur, including transfers.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Decatur?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Decatur is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Carbondale to Decatur.

Where can I stay near Decatur?

There are 23+ hotels available in Decatur.

Carbondale to Decatur - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Carbondale to Decatur by train, taxi, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Carbondale to Champaign-UrbanaCity of New Orleans / ...
2. Take the taxi from Champaign-Urbana to Decatur
3h 42m
$134–186
Drive 156.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Decatur156.7 mi
3h 43m
$29–42
Bus, taxi (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer CenterFlixBus N2521
2. Take the taxi from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur
5h 1m
$124–216

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carbondale to Decatur.

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Carbondale, IL, USA and Decatur, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carbondale to Decatur. However, you can take the train to Champaign-Urbana then take the taxi to Decatur. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center then take the taxi to Decatur.

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