- Bloomington to Carbondale buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Bus | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Bloomington Normal (Burlington Trailways) | Amtrak Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 11 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington to Carbondale?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloomington to Carbondale start from $99. The average price for this route is around $100. 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 Bloomington to Carbondale?
The average bus travel time from Bloomington to Carbondale is 11h 5m, covering a distance of 311 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bloomington to Carbondale route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloomington to Carbondale?
The earliest bus departs from Bloomington to Carbondale at 2:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloomington to Carbondale?
A bus trip from Bloomington to Carbondale generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bloomington 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloomington to Carbondale?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloomington to Carbondale?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bloomington 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.







