Find coaches from Carbondale to Chicago

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Next departures from Carbondale to Chicago on 16 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Amtrak Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus
Amtrak Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to Chicago

Bus
Average priceUS$42 - US$81Average duration9h 30m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$30 - US$111Average duration5h 59m
44kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Carbondale to Chicago

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
5h 59mAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
44kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Carbondale to Chicago: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$57
Average bus trip duration9h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure01:40
Distance289 miles
Latest bus departure07:00

Carbondale to Chicago Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Carbondale to Chicago.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Carbondale to Chicago, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Carbondale - Chicago

  1. What's the distance between Carbondale and Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Carbondale to Chicago by coach covers an approximate distance of 297 miles (479 km).

  2. How can I travel from Carbondale to Chicago avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10/10
US$167
11/10
US$73
Today
US$75
13/10
US$59
14/10
US$28
15/10
No data
16/10
US$57
17/10
US$75
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carbondale to Chicago was searched and found on 14 Oct 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$172 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-10-14.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Carbondale to Chicago.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Carbondale to Chicago.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Carbondale to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Carbondale by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Carbondale

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Carbondale to Chicago

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