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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 | Amtrak Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amtrak Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amtrak Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amtrak Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Amtrak Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to New Orleans
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 £69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Carbondale to New Orleans
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to New Orleans?
The cheapest coach tickets from Carbondale to New Orleans start from £54. The average price for this route is around £98. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carbondale to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Carbondale to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 537 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 22h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Carbondale to New Orleans route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carbondale to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to New Orleans at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 07:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to New Orleans?
A bus journey from Carbondale to New Orleans produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to New Orleans was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £277To 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 £277 to £1,336 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 £277, which is on 2025-12-04.
