Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 22
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 23
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 24
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 25
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 26
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 27
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Next departures for Carbondale to Chicago on November 28
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Chicago
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 5 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
The service received positive feedback for being a good ride with great service. However, some customers mentioned that there were issues with punctuality regarding the time of arrival.
Amtrak Carbondale Chicago recent customer reviews
It was a good ride and great service.
5 out of 5 stars
Donald D.
Good job for helping me
5 out of 5 stars
Brenda D.
It is good except do not respect the time of arrival.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to Chicago by bus
How far is Carbondale from Chicago?
Carbondale and Chicago are 297 miles (479 km) apart.
What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?
Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Robie House, Brookfield Zoo, The Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Architectural River Cruise.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/19
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11/20
$143
Today
$157
11/22
$135
11/23
$85
11/24
$76
11/25
$69
11/26
$80
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Chicago was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $69
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 $69 to $162 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 $69 which is on 2025-11-25.