Transportation

Mt. Vernon offers many ways to get where you need to go—whether by foot, bike, car, bus, or plane. Below you’ll find local options for public transit, rentals, and regional connections.

Public Transit

South Central Transit

South Central Transit is the public transportation provider for Jefferson County. They offer deviated fixed routes and general public service. 

• 1-800-660-7433
• Monday - Friday: 5:00 am - 7 pm

Visit the South Central Transit website for routes and fares.

Bus Service

Greyhound

• 102 Potomac Blvd
• 618-244-2167. 

Hours:
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 11:00 am, 12:30 pm - 4 pm
Saturday: 8 am - 12 pm
Sunday: Closed

Book online at the Greyhound website.

Rail Service

Amtrak

While Mt. Vernon doesn’t have its own Amtrak station, there are two nearby:

Centralia Station (CEN)
1100 South Oak Street
Centralia, IL 62801

Du Quoin Station (DQN)
20 North Chestnut Street
Du Quoin, IL 62832

Tickets must be purchased online or by phone: 1-800-USA-RAIL.

Visit the Amtrack website for schedules and fares.

Air Travel

Mt. Vernon Outland Airport

• 100 Aviation Drive
• 618-242-7016

Visit the Mt. Vernon Outland Airport website for flight services and details

Vehicle Rentals

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

• 500 South 34th Street 
• 618-242-3700

Reserve online at the Enterprise website. 

Taxis

American Cab 

• 618-244-1200

City Cab

• 618-242-0230.