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

The cheapest way to get from Decatur to Carbondale is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Decatur to Carbondale is to taxi and train which takes 3h 39m and costs $130 - $190.

How far is it from Decatur to Carbondale?

The distance between Decatur and Carbondale is 230 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Decatur to Carbondale without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 39m and costs $130 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Decatur to Carbondale, including transfers.

Can I drive from Decatur to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Decatur to Carbondale is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Decatur to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 39+ hotels available in Carbondale.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Decatur to Carbondale by taxi, train, 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.

Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Decatur to Champaign-Urbana
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to CarbondaleCity of New Orleans / ...
3h 39m
$134–184
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Decatur to Carbondale157 mi
3h 44m
$29–42
Taxi, bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the taxi from Decatur to Springfield SMTD Transfer Center
2. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Carbondale Intermodal StationFlixBus N2521
4h 51m
$129–214

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Decatur to Carbondale.

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Distance: 228.2 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

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

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