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Today23 Jul
from US$26
Tomorrow24 Jul
from US$26
Fri25 Jul
from US$29
Sat26 Jul
from US$26
Sun27 Jul
from US$29
Mon28 Jul
from US$26
Tue29 Jul
from US$26
Wed30 Jul
from US$24

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 24 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 24 July at
    Destination city: Carbondale
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 24 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 25 July at
    Destination city: Carbondale
    Destination location: Carbondale (Amtrak), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 25 July at
    Destination city: Carbondale
    Destination location: Carbondale (Amtrak), IL
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 24 July at
    Departure city: St. Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: 25 July at
    Destination city: Carbondale
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Carbondale

Average priceUS$24 - US$48Average duration2h
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$66 - US$499Average duration15h
12kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Carbondale

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
2hAverage duration
US$24Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus St. Louis to Carbondale: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$29
Average bus trip duration2h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure01:40
Distance82 miles
Latest bus departure23:30

St. Louis to Carbondale Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from St. Louis to Carbondale. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from St. Louis to Carbondale will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from St. Louis to Carbondale, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - Carbondale

  1. How far is Carbondale from St. Louis by coach?

    The journey from St. Louis to Carbondale by coach covers an approximate distance of 82 miles (133 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Carbondale from St. Louis without a car?

    You can reach Carbondale from St. Louis by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/07
US$19
22/07
US$18
Today
US$19
24/07
US$18
25/07
US$21
26/07
US$18
27/07
US$21
28/07
US$18
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Carbondale was searched and found on 22 Jul 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$45 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-07-24.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St. Louis and Carbondale!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Louis to Carbondale, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from St. Louis to Carbondale that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from St. Louis to Carbondale.

Did you know?

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Carbondale?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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