Bus from Carbondale to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Amtrak Station
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Amtrak Station
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 59 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
5h 59mAverage Duration
482 kmDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$65 - $346Average Duration9h 30m
12kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$42 - $249Average Duration5h 59m
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to Chicago by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to Chicago?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to Chicago start from $65. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to Chicago?

    The average bus travel time from Carbondale to Chicago is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 481 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Carbondale to Chicago route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Carbondale to Chicago?

    The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to Chicago at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:30am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to Chicago?

    A bus trip from Carbondale to Chicago generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Carbondale to Chicago?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale to Chicago?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Carbondale to Chicago?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carbondale to Chicago?

    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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-26
$172
11-27
$116
Today
$103
11-29
$120
11-30
$241
12-01
$100
12-02
$153
12-03
$153
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carbondale to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $100

To 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 $100 to $248 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 $100 which is on 2025-12-01.

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