Bus from Carbondale to Springfield, IL: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Carbondale to Springfield on December 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Amtrak Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Amtrak Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Amtrak Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Amtrak Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Amtrak Station
Springfield (Shaners Tire), ILNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Springfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 20mAverage Duration
145 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$40 - $107Average Duration4h 20m
6kg CO₂e
Average Price$76 - $627Average Duration13h 52m
21kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to Springfield, IL by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Carbondale to Springfield?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Carbondale to Springfield start from $40. The average price for this route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to Springfield?

    The average bus trip duration from Carbondale to Springfield is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 145 miles (234 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Carbondale to Springfield route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Carbondale to Springfield?

    The earliest bus departs from Carbondale to Springfield at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Carbondale to Springfield?

    A bus trip from Carbondale to Springfield generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Carbondale to Springfield?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Carbondale to Springfield?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Carbondale to Springfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Carbondale to Springfield?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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