What is the distance between Jackson and Carbondale?

About 379 miles (611 km) separate Jackson and Carbondale.

Bus Jackson to Carbondale from $121 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Jackson to Carbondale on November 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Jackson (Union Station)	14h 50m	4:50am	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:00pm	Jackson (Union Station)	14h 50m	4:50am	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:00pm	Jackson (Union Station)	14h 50m	4:50am	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:00pm	Jackson (Union Station)	14h 50m	4:50am	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:00pm	Jackson (Union Station)	14h 50m	4:50am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Jackson to Carbondale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 40mAverage Duration

378 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$121 - $159	Average Duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $107	Average Duration9h 27m	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e

Bus Jackson, MS, US to Carbondale: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$121

Average bus trip duration12h 40m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure12:55pm

Distance379 miles (610 km)

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Greyhound

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Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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Jackson to Carbondale Bus

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Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Jackson to Carbondale, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by bus 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 Jackson to Carbondale.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

Will you be returning to Jackson, MS, US by bus?

Bus from Carbondale to Jackson, MS, US

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Train from Jackson, MS, US to Carbondale

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