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Today1 Sept
from US$39
Tomorrow2 Sept
from US$45
Wed3 Sept
from US$35
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
Sat6 Sept
Sun7 Sept
Mon8 Sept
from US$37

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Springfield
    Departure location: Springfield (Shaners Tire), IL
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: Carbondale
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Carbondale

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$42Average duration4h 25m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$63 - US$514Average duration15h 18m
21kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Springfield to Carbondale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 25mAverage duration
US$35Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Springfield, IL to Carbondale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$38
Average bus trip duration4h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure21:20
Distance146 miles

Springfield to Carbondale Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Springfield, IL - Carbondale

  1. How far is Carbondale from Springfield by coach?

    The journey from Springfield to Carbondale by coach covers an approximate distance of 146 miles (235 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Springfield to Carbondale without a car?

    You can reach Carbondale from Springfield 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
30/08
US$30
31/08
US$30
Today
US$31
02/09
US$37
03/09
US$28
04/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Carbondale was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$28

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

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$37 for a bus ticket from Springfield, IL to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-09-03.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Springfield to Carbondale.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Springfield to Carbondale.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Springfield to Carbondale while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Springfield, IL to Carbondale?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Springfield, IL by bus?

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