How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Carbondale?

The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Carbondale start from $101. The average price for this route is around $111. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Madison to Carbondale?

The average bus trip duration from Madison to Carbondale is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 369 miles (595 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Madison to Carbondale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Carbondale?

The earliest bus departs from Madison to Carbondale at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Carbondale?

A bus trip from Madison to Carbondale generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Madison to Carbondale?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Carbondale?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Carbondale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Carbondale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Madison to Carbondale from $86 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Madison to Carbondale on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:00pm	North Lake St	13h 10m	4:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:10pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	13h	4:10am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:45pm	North Lake St	1d 7h	3:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:00pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	1d 7h	3:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:00pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	1d 7h	3:15am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Get from Madison to Carbondale

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14h 45mAverage Duration

369 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,632 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,559 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Carbondale by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Carbondale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Carbondale start from $101. The average price for this route is around $111. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madison to Carbondale?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Carbondale is 14h 45m, covering a distance of 369 miles (595 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Carbondale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Carbondale?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Carbondale at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Carbondale?
A bus trip from Madison to Carbondale generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madison to Carbondale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison to Carbondale?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Madison to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madison to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Carbondale was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $226 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-09.