Find coaches from Rantoul to Carbondale

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Next departures from Rantoul to Carbondale on 30 October
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Amtrak
Rantoul, IL
Carbondale (Amtrak), ILCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Rantoul to Carbondale

busbud logoWe recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 3 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
3h 27mAverage duration
188 milesDistance
27kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$71 - US$71Average duration3h 25m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$26 - US$63Average duration3h 27m
27kg CO₂e

Bus Rantoul to Carbondale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$71
Average bus trip duration3h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:20
Distance188 miles

Rantoul to Carbondale Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Rantoul - Carbondale

  1. How far is Carbondale from Rantoul by coach?

    The distance between Rantoul and Carbondale by coach is approximately 188 miles (302 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Rantoul to Carbondale without a car?

    You can travel to Carbondale from Rantoul by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rantoul to Carbondale was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$67

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

You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$67 for a bus ticket from Rantoul to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-10-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Rantoul to Carbondale, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Rantoul to Carbondale will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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.

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.

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.

You can also go to Carbondale by train

Train from Rantoul to Carbondale

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