Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Carbondale travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carbondale

With a population of 25.902, Carbondale is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Carbondale deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Carbondale

Carbondale in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carbondale in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Carbondale in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Carbondale, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Carbondale

Plane

When flying to Carbondale, you’ll arrive at Marion Williamson County (MWA), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Carbondale departs from New York and takes around 16h 41m.

Train

The train station in Carbondale is called Carbondale, and is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Carbondale is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 278 km from Carbondale. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Plane

When flying to Carbondale, you’ll arrive at Marion Williamson County (MWA), which is located 18 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Carbondale departs from New York and takes around 16h 41m.

Train

The train station in Carbondale is called Carbondale, and is located 0.3 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Carbondale is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 278 km from Carbondale. You’ll find branches of Turo and NU Car, among others, in Nashville.

Airports near Carbondale

EVVEvansville Dress Regional
STLLambert-St Louis
BLVBelleville

Airlines serving Carbondale

Lufthansa
Good (7,054 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,337 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,854 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,940 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,703 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,448 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,222 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,567 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,265 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,985 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (858 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,077 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carbondale

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Carbondale and Quality Inn Carbondale University area.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carbondale

Most booked hotels in Carbondale

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Drury Inn Marion
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1023 reviews)
$151+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Marion, IL
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 634 reviews)
$136+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton - Carbondale
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 177 reviews)
$155+
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Holiday Inn Carbondale-Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8, 294 reviews)
$150+
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Baymont by Wyndham Marion
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1218 reviews)
$85+
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Best Western Marion Hotel
2 stars
Good (7.7, 594 reviews)
$97+
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Renting a car in Carbondale

Renting a car in Carbondale costs $64 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Marion Williamson County.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carbondale (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Carbondale is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Carbondale costs $64 per day, on average, or $127 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 25% more expensive than at Marion Williamson County.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carbondale (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Carbondale is Compact (Jeep Renegade or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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