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Today26 Jun
Tomorrow27 Jun
from US$51
Sat28 Jun
from US$47
Sun29 Jun
from US$51
Mon30 Jun
Tue1 Jul
from US$63
Wed2 Jul
from US$55
Thu3 Jul
from US$55

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 27 June at
    Departure city: Champaign
    Departure location: Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: Carbondale
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to Carbondale

Bus
Average priceUS$41 - US$66Average duration6h 15m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$15 - US$41Average duration2h 56m
25kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Champaign to Carbondale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 56mAverage duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
25kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Champaign to Carbondale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$47
Average bus trip duration6h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure03:05
Distance173 miles
Latest bus departure19:45

Champaign to Carbondale Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Champaign to Carbondale. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Champaign to Carbondale from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Champaign to Carbondale, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Champaign - Carbondale

  1. What's the distance between Champaign and Carbondale by coach?

    The journey from Champaign to Carbondale by coach covers an approximate distance of 174 miles (280 km).

  2. How can I get from Champaign to Carbondale without driving?

    You can reach Carbondale from Champaign by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
24/06
US$35
25/06
US$37
Today
US$38
27/06
US$43
28/06
US$39
29/06
US$43
30/06
US$41
01/07
US$55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Champaign to Carbondale was searched and found on 24 Jun 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Champaign to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$39, which is on 2025-06-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Champaign and Carbondale!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Champaign to Carbondale, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Champaign to Carbondale that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Champaign to Carbondale, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Champaign by bus?

Bus from Champaign to Carbondale

You can also go to Carbondale by train

Train from Champaign to Carbondale

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