Bus from Cincinnati to Carbondale: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cincinnati to Carbondale on January 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Cincinnati Bus Station
Amtrak StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to Carbondale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 19 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
19h 35mAverage Duration
439 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$100 - $241Average Duration19h 35m
11kg CO₂e
Average Price$158 - $341Average Duration20h 54m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Carbondale start from $100. The average price for this route is around $198. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Carbondale is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 439 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Carbondale route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Carbondale at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    A bus trip from Cincinnati to Carbondale generates an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11648 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Carbondale?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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