Next bus departures

Next departures for Effingham to Carbondale on July 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40pm	Effingham	3h 55m	1:35am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:15 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham 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 1 hour 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 48mAverage Duration

166 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 771 - ZAR 1,405	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 184 - ZAR 574	Average Duration1h 48m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4.1/55,842 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,581 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Adirondack Trailways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham 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 Effingham to Carbondale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Effingham to Carbondale start from ZAR 771. The average price for this route is around ZAR 771. 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 Effingham to Carbondale?
The average bus travel time from Effingham to Carbondale is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 166 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Effingham to Carbondale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Effingham to Carbondale?
The earliest bus departs from Effingham to Carbondale at 9:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Effingham to Carbondale?
A bus trip from Effingham to Carbondale generates an estimated 4.141100000000001 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 Effingham 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 5834 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Effingham 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 Effingham to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Effingham 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.