Find coaches from Springfield, IL to Carbondale

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Next departures from Springfield to Carbondale on 10 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Amtrak StationNo tags
Greyhound
Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
Amtrak StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Carbondale

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$45Average duration4h 10m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$82 - US$379Average duration13h 13m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Springfield to Carbondale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 10mAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Springfield, IL to Carbondale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$37
Average bus trip duration4h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure21:25
Distance148 miles

Springfield to Carbondale Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Springfield, IL - Carbondale

  1. How far is Carbondale from Springfield by coach?

    The journey from Springfield to Carbondale by coach covers an approximate distance of 146 miles (235 km).

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

    You can reach Carbondale from Springfield by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Springfield 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 Springfield to Carbondale, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Springfield to Carbondale.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Springfield to Carbondale while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Springfield, IL to Carbondale?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Springfield, IL by bus?

Bus from Carbondale to Springfield, IL

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Train from Springfield, IL to Carbondale

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