The southern Illinois Multimodal station has its official grand opening on August 28th. I guess the bus stops there but not at the times I pass by as I have not seen any picking up or disgorging passages. Originally, there was supposed to be taxi pickup there but with the ubuiquity of Uber and otehr car services, I do not know if there are any active taxi services in the city.
The City of Carbondale will celebrate the official grand opening of the Southern Illinois Multimodal Station (SIMMS) with a Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony on Friday, August 28, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at 401 South Illinois Avenue in Carbondale.
The completion of SIMMS represents a major milestone for Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region. Affectionately known as the “Jewel of the Southern Line,” the new station serves as a modern regional transportation hub, connecting multiple modes of travel and bringing together Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus, JAX Mass Transit, regional transit providers, bicycle and pedestrian connections, and Southern Illinois University’s Welcome Center within one facility.
Made possible through more than $23 million in federal and state grant funding, SIMMS reflects years of planning and collaboration among the City of Carbondale, the State of Illinois, the federal government, transportation providers, regional organizations, and community partners.
In addition to strengthening transportation connectivity throughout Southern Illinois, the station represents a significant investment in the future of downtown Carbondale. SIMMS is expected to improve access to the region for residents, students, and visitors while supporting economic development, tourism, and downtown revitalization.
“This is a historic moment for the City of Carbondale and the entire Southern Illinois region,” said City Manager Stan Reno. “The Southern Illinois Multimodal Station represents years of vision, collaboration and investment. We are excited to officially open a facility that will strengthen regional connectivity, support economic development and serve as a welcoming gateway to our community for decades to come.”
The August 28 ceremony will open with a performance by a SIU Brass Ensemble and include remarks from elected officials, project partners, and transportation leaders, followed by the ceremonial ribbon cutting. SIU Cheerleaders and the Saluki Shakers will help commemorate the occasion with the Saluki Fight Song.
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