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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | No tags | |||||
| Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to Battle Creek
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Battle Creek. The journey takes about 13 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 423, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to Battle Creek by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to Battle Creek start at R 1 727. The average price for this route is around R 1 727. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
The average bus journey time from Carbondale to Battle Creek is 14h 15m, covering a distance of 616 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Carbondale to Battle Creek route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to Battle Creek at 20:05. And the latest bus departs at 20:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
A bus trip from Carbondale to Battle Creek produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Battle Creek?
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 Carbondale to Battle Creek?
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 Battle Creek was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 086To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carbondale to Battle Creek as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 086 to R 5 819 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to Battle Creek based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 086, which is on 2026-01-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to Battle Creek?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
