Bus from Carbondale to St. Louis: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on November 27
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Amtrak Station
Gateway Station
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Carbondale (Amtrak), IL
Gateway Station
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Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on November 28
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Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on November 30
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Carbondale (Amtrak), IL
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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to St. Louis
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, 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.
Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $48
Amtrak Carbondale St. Louis recent customer reviews
I enjoyed the professionalism of the driver. He cared for each individual personally.
I slept the whole ride. I felt totally comfortable and I didn't sleep with one eye open. Overall it was a trip I am sure to tell people about. Thanks
Respectablelly
John Claytor
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.
Greyhound Carbondale St. Louis recent customer reviews
We were 2 hours late due to an accident. The staff at the station weren’t helpful at all. In fact, they were quite rude.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to St. Louis by bus
What is the distance between Carbondale and St. Louis?
The distance separating Carbondale and St. Louis is 82 miles (133 km).
What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?
Once in St. Louis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Missouri Botanical Garden, Saint Louis Science Center, Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, Anheuser-Busch Brewery and Scott Joplin House State Historic Site.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/24
$23
11/25
$23
Today
$30
11/27
$30
11/28
$23
11/29
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11/30
$45
12/01
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The cheapest trip from Carbondale to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $23
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carbondale to St. Louis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $73 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to St. Louis was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $23
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
