What's the distance between Homewood and Carbondale by coach?

The distance between Homewood and Carbondale by coach is approximately 278 miles (448 km).

What is the best way to go from Homewood to Carbondale without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Homewood to Carbondale from £83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Homewood to Carbondale on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:56	Homewood, IL	4h 49m	13:45	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Homewood to Carbondale on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:56	Homewood, IL	4h 49m	13:45	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Homewood to Carbondale on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:56	Homewood, IL	4h 49m	13:45	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 10:40 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Homewood 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 4 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just £23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 49mAverage duration

278 milesDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£84 - £84	Average duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£23 - £87	Average duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55,582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 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 £84

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Homewood, IL to Carbondale

What's the distance between Homewood and Carbondale by coach?
The distance between Homewood and Carbondale by coach is approximately 278 miles (448 km).
What is the best way to go from Homewood to Carbondale without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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

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The cheapest trip from Homewood, IL to Carbondale was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of £83

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

You can expect to pay from £83 to £83 for a bus ticket from Homewood, IL to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £83, which is on 2025-11-13.