Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Carbondale on October 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:20pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	12h 15m	1:35am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	5:05pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	8h 30m	1:35am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	10:15am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	15h 20m	1:35am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	17h 50m	7:20am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:31 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Carbondale

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 5 hours 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just CZK 696, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

5h 44mAverage Duration

482 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCZK 1,117 - CZK 4,992	Average Duration15h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCZK 696 - CZK 5,214	Average Duration5h 44m	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,127 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Amtrak

4.1/56,556 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 6556 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CZK 696

Amtrak Chicago Carbondale recent customer reviews

Some kind of weird announcements were going off fairly regularly and loud. I think it was something that the train employee was getting and sounded like warnings of someone or something on the tracks ahead. very annoying. this was my first ride on Amtrak and it was kinda bumpy. Too bumpy to try and write something. After a while it got a touch cool. At first it was a bit noisy with people talking kinda loud. Could have used arm rests.

Charles F.

May 17, 2023

Everything was perfect.

Ulises U.

January 13, 2026

Enjoyed the trip

Fredric L.

October 1, 2024

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Carbondale by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Carbondale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Carbondale start from CZK 1,117. The average price for this route is around CZK 1,507. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Carbondale?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to Carbondale is 15h 20m, covering a distance of 474 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Carbondale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to Carbondale?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Carbondale at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Carbondale?
A bus trip from Chicago to Carbondale generates an estimated 11.840525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Carbondale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 6551 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Carbondale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10-06

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10-07

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Today

CZK 1,581

10-09

CZK 1,848

10-10

CZK 1,492

10-11

CZK 2,305

10-12

CZK 1,993

10-13

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The cheapest trip from Chicago to Carbondale was searched and found on Oct 10, 2026 with a price of CZK 1,492

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Carbondale, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from CZK 1,492 to CZK 2,305 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CZK 1,492 which is on 2026-10-10.