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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: June 18 atDeparture city: CarbondaleDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 18 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: June 18 atDeparture city: CarbondaleDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 18 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 18 atDeparture city: CarbondaleDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 19 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Downtown Greyhound StationOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 18 atDeparture city: CarbondaleDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: June 18 atDestination city: ChicagoDestination location: Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Carbondale to ChicagoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Chicago was searched and found on Jun 13, 2025 with a price of $57To 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 $57 to $123 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 $57 which is on 2025-06-17.
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