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

The cheapest way to get from Appleton to Carbondale is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 9h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Appleton to Carbondale is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $95 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Appleton and Carbondale?

No, there is no direct bus from Appleton to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Prospect and Walnut and arriving at Carbondale,IL - Amtrak via Oshkosh, Water & Chicago - Circle K and RMTD Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 42m.

How far is it from Appleton to Carbondale?

The distance between Appleton and Carbondale is 470 miles. The road distance is 489.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Appleton to Carbondale without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 9m and costs $280 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Appleton to Carbondale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Appleton to Carbondale bus from?

Appleton to Carbondale bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Oshkosh station.

Bus or fly from Appleton to Carbondale?

The best way to get from Appleton to Carbondale is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $95 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $180 and takes 14h 42m.

Where does the Appleton to Carbondale bus arrive?

Appleton to Carbondale bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at Milwaukee station.

Can I drive from Appleton to Carbondale?

Yes, the driving distance between Appleton to Carbondale is 490 miles. It takes approximately 9h 33m to drive from Appleton to Carbondale.

Where can I stay near Carbondale?

There are 60+ hotels available in Carbondale.

Appleton to Carbondale - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Appleton to Carbondale by plane, bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Fly Appleton International Airport to Williamson County Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane ATW - MWA
4h 36m
$99–407
Drive 486.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Appleton to Carbondalecar 486.7 mi
9h 33m
$81–117
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oshkosh to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain
11h 9m
$283–425
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oshkosh to Milwaukeebus Lab 211
2. Take the bus from Water & Chicago - Circle K to Marathon Gas Station - Marionbus Milwaukee
14h 42m
$138–179
Taxi to Green Bay, fly to Williamson County Regional Airport
1. Take the taxi from Appleton to Green Bay (GRB)taxi
2. Fly from Green Bay (GRB) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA)plane GRB - MWA
4h 55m
$189–517
Fly Appleton International Airport to Barkley Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Barkley Regional Airport (PAH)plane ATW - PAH
2. Drive from Barkley Regional Airport (PAH) to Carbondalecar
5h 33m
$85–394
Bus via St. Louis
1. Take the bus from Oshkosh to Milwaukeebus
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from St. Louis to Carbondalebus
15h 56m
$130–186

Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) flights

21Weekly Planes

5h 8mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Appleton to Carbondale.

Launch map view

Distance: 467.3 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Appleton, WI, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Williamson County Regional Airport (MWA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prospect and Walnut to Carbondale,IL - Amtrak via Church @ Doty - Neenah Transit Center, Oshkosh, Milwaukee, Water & Chicago - Circle K, Marathon Gas Station - Marion, and RMTD Park and Ride in around 14h 42m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.