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

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Springfield is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Springfield is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Carbondale and Springfield?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Carbondale Intermodal Station station and arriving at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Carbondale to Springfield?

The distance between Carbondale and Springfield is 195 miles. The road distance is 160.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carbondale to Springfield without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $24 - $90.

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

The bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Carbondale to Springfield bus from?

Carbondale to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Carbondale Intermodal Station.

Where does the Carbondale to Springfield bus arrive?

Carbondale to Springfield bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Springfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Springfield is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Carbondale to Springfield.

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

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

Where can I stay near Springfield?

There are 49+ hotels available in Springfield.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Carbondale to Springfield by bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or train

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus FlixBus N2521
4h 20m
$24–90
Drive 159.9 mi
1. Drive from Carbondale to Springfieldcar 159.9 mi
3h 42m
$30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carbondale to St. Louisbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain Lincoln Service / ...
4h 38m
$36–75

Carbondale to Springfield by bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carbondale to Springfield.

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center once daily. Tickets cost $24–90 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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