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Compare all timetables for the bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL

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

today
$95
tomorrow
$95
Saturday
$96
Sunday
$96
Monday
$96
Tuesday
$96
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $95
FlixBus 18h 35m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $95
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 35m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $28
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      12h 15m
      0
      1:20 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      1:35 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $53
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $95
FlixBus 18h 35m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $95
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 35m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $28
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      7:35 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $52
    Travel time is 6h 0m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 18h 35m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 35m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $28
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      7:35 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $52
    Travel time is 6h 0m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 18h 35m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 35m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      12h 15m
      0
      1:20 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      1:35 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $47
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $28

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 18h 35m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 35m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      7:35 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $46
    Travel time is 6h 0m longer, but you will save $29

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 18h 50m 6:45 AM Madison, WI University Wisconsin-Madison 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 18h 35m 7:00 AM Madison, WI W Transfer Point 1:35 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station  Economy $96
  • Did you know that if you travel from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL via Chicago, you can save more than $29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      24h 35m
      0
      7:00 AM
      Madison, WI
      Dutch Mill Park & Ride
      9:55 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $21
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      1:30 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      7:35 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $46
    Travel time is 6h 0m longer, but you will save $29

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL is $94 on 6/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Facts about the bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL starting from $94!

Cheapest Bus $94
Fastest Bus 18h 35m
Earliest Bus 6:45 AM
Latest Bus 7:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 371.0 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Madison, WI for Carbondale, IL: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/04/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/31
Monday 06/01
Tuesday 06/02
Wednesday 06/03
Thursday 06/04
$95
Friday 06/05
$95
Saturday 06/06
$96
Sunday 06/07
$96
Monday 06/08
$96
Tuesday 06/09
$96
Wednesday 06/10
Thursday 06/11
Friday 06/12
Saturday 06/13
$95
Sunday 06/14
$95
Monday 06/15
$95
Tuesday 06/16
Wednesday 06/17
$95
Thursday 06/18
Friday 06/19
Saturday 06/20
$94
Sunday 06/21
Monday 06/22
Tuesday 06/23
Wednesday 06/24
Thursday 06/25
Friday 06/26
Saturday 06/27

How to save money travelling from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL

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 Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL 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 Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL, 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 Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Madison, WI and Carbondale, IL

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL

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

FAQs about the Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL bus

How much does a Madison, WI Carbondale, IL bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $94 and takes 18h 50m to reach Carbondale, IL. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $94 and $96. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Carbondale, IL.

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

Every day, the Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL is offered by FlixBus and takes 18h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $95. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Carbondale, IL from Madison, WI starts at 6:45 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 Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL?

The latest bus trip departing from Madison, WI for Carbondale, IL starts at 7:00 AM. 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 Madison, WI Carbondale, IL route?

When traveling by bus from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL, 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 Madison, WI and Carbondale, IL?

You can check all the direct connections between Madison, WI and Carbondale, IL 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 Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL 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 Madison, WI Carbondale, IL 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 Madison, WI Carbondale, IL 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 Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 2 daily trips between Madison, WI and Carbondale, IL. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Madison, WI to Carbondale, IL?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Madison, WI and Carbondale, IL change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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