Bus from Carbondale to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Carbondale to New Orleans on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Amtrak Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Amtrak Station
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Amtrak Station
New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline DrNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
14h 21mAverage Duration
869 kmDistance
79kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$99 - $590Average Duration1d 9h
22kg CO₂e
Average Price$128 - $223Average Duration14h 21m
79kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to New Orleans 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 New Orleans?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to New Orleans start from $99. The average price for this route is around $181. 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 New Orleans?

    The average bus travel time from Carbondale to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 867 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Carbondale to New Orleans route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to New Orleans at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.

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

    A bus trip from Carbondale to New Orleans generates an estimated 22 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 New Orleans?

    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 New Orleans?

    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 New Orleans?

    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 New Orleans?

    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.

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$2,477
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Carbondale to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $512

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

You can expect to pay from $512 to $2,477 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $512 which is on 2025-12-04.

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