Bus Tickets from Carbondale to Mattoon

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Next departures for Carbondale to Mattoon on October 30
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Amtrak
Carbondale (Amtrak), IL
MattoonCheapestFastest

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Get from Carbondale to Mattoon

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The journey takes about 2 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
2h 3mAverage Duration
209 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Carbondale - Mattoon

  1. What is the travel distance from Carbondale to Mattoon?

    Carbondale and Mattoon are 209 km (130 miles) apart.

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US$10
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carbondale to Mattoon was searched and found on Oct 30, 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$10 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to Mattoon based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10 which is on 2025-10-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Carbondale and Mattoon!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Carbondale to Mattoon, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Carbondale to Mattoon.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Carbondale to Mattoon, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

You can also go to Mattoon by train

Train from Carbondale to Mattoon

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