How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Carbondale?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Carbondale start from $151. The average price for this route is around $242. 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 New York City to Carbondale?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Carbondale is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 838 miles (1352 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Carbondale route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Carbondale?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Carbondale at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Carbondale?

A bus trip from New York City to Carbondale generates an estimated 34 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 New York City to Carbondale?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Carbondale?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City 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 New York City to Carbondale?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New York City to Carbondale from $149 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Carbondale on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 7h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:35pm	GW Bridge	1d 9h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	Chinatown	1d 10h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to Carbondale on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:59pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 7h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 5h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	No tags
	Bus	2:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 5h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	1d 21h	6:55am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 1 day, 13 hours and with fares starting at just $151, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

838 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$151 - $479	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$194 - $1,467	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,520 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

3.5/587,413 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 New York City 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 New York City to Carbondale?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Carbondale start from $151. The average price for this route is around $242. 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 New York City to Carbondale?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Carbondale is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 838 miles (1352 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Carbondale route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Carbondale?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Carbondale at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Carbondale?
A bus trip from New York City to Carbondale generates an estimated 34 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 New York City to Carbondale?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Carbondale?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City 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 New York City to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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12/03

$219

Today

$214

12/05

$174

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The cheapest trip from New York City to Carbondale was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $174

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

You can expect to pay from $174 to $219 for a bus ticket from New York City to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $174 which is on 2025-12-05.