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Compare all timetables for the bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Carbondale, IL to Chicago from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
from $65
tomorrow
from $63
Saturday
Sunday
from $67
Monday
from $61
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $65

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $65
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $84
  • FlixBus
    16h 30m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    2:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $100
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    • Busbud
      11h 15m
      0
      4:55 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      6:50 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 2h 55m
    • Busbud
      6h 25m
      0
      9:45 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      4:10 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $39
    Travel time is 2h 0m longer, but you will save $8

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    9h 50m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:45 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    9h 15m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:10 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $71
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $99
  • FlixBus
    14h 5m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    12:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • FlixBus
    16h 30m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    2:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $110
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      12:15 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:15 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is 2h 55m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $73
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $22? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      12:15 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:15 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is 3h 5m longer, but you will save $22

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $61
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    14h 5m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    12:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $71
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $74
  • FlixBus
    18h 30m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    2:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $86
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $16? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      12:15 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:15 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is 3h 5m longer, but you will save $16

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:35 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $65
  • FlixBus
    13h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    11:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $69
  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    4:00 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $71
  • FlixBus
    14h 5m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    12:10 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $71
  • FlixBus
    18h 10m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Carbondale, IL
    Amtrak Station
    2:15 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $77
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Chicago via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      12h 10m
      0
      10:05 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      12:15 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
      • Waiting Time 3h 45m
    • Busbud
      6h 15m
      0
      4:00 PM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      10:15 PM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is 3h 5m longer, but you will save $20

Frequency of bus connections between Carbondale, IL and Chicago

See here how frequent the connections between Carbondale, IL and Chicago are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 7 daily buses from Carbondale, IL to Chicago. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Carbondale, IL and Chicago.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 16 buses from Carbondale, IL to Chicago, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Carbondale, IL and Chicago, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 4 times every day by bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago in one click! Book your bus ticket from Carbondale, IL to Chicago starting from $61!

Cheapest Bus $61
Fastest Bus 9h 5m
Earliest Bus 6:55 AM
Latest Bus 8:05 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 300.0 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Carbondale, IL to Chicago

Every day, 4 buses from 1 bus companies leave Carbondale, IL for Chicago: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/26/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
$65
Friday 06/27
$63
Saturday 06/28
Sunday 06/29
$67
Monday 06/30
$63
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 07/02
$65
Thursday 07/03
$65
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05
Sunday 07/06
Monday 07/07
Tuesday 07/08
Wednesday 07/09
Thursday 07/10
Friday 07/11
Saturday 07/12
Sunday 07/13
Monday 07/14
Tuesday 07/15
Wednesday 07/16
Thursday 07/17
Friday 07/18
Saturday 07/19

The cheapest time to travel from Carbondale, IL to Chicago

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Carbondale, IL to Chicago, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $61, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $67.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Carbondale, IL to Chicago, with $61. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $77.

How to save money travelling from Carbondale, IL to Chicago

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Carbondale, IL to Chicago in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Carbondale, IL to Chicago are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Carbondale, IL and Chicago

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Carbondale, IL and Chicago.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Carbondale, IL to Chicago? Or which bus companies serve the route Carbondale, IL to Chicago? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Carbondale, IL to Chicago bus

How much does a Carbondale, IL Chicago bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $61 and takes 9h 40m to reach Chicago. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Carbondale, IL to Chicago?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $61 and $115. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chicago.

On average, how many connections are available from Carbondale, IL to Chicago each day?

Every day, the Carbondale, IL to Chicago bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Carbondale, IL to Chicago take?

The fastest bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $67. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago?

The earliest bus arriving in Chicago from Carbondale, IL starts at 6:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago?

The latest bus trip departing from Carbondale, IL for Chicago starts at 8:05 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Carbondale, IL Chicago route?

When traveling by bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Carbondale, IL and Chicago?

You can check all the direct connections between Carbondale, IL and Chicago by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Carbondale, IL to Chicago bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Carbondale, IL Chicago bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Carbondale, IL Chicago bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Carbondale, IL to Chicago on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Carbondale, IL to Chicago

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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