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Columbia to Carbondale Bus Schedule
Bus from Columbia to Carbondale: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Columbia to Carbondale. Traveling by bus from Columbia to Carbondale usually takes around 7 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 189 mi (304 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 20m |
| Cheapest price | $36.64 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Columbia to Carbondale?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Columbia to Carbondale. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 7h 35m | $37.35 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from Columbia to Carbondale every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 35 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Carbondale usually start from $37.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Columbia to Carbondale
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 304 kilometers from Columbia to Carbondale. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 8:00pm and the last bus leaves at 8:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Columbia to Carbondale, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Carbondale
Carbondale, one the best vacation destinations in Illinois, is best known for its proximity to Shawnee National Forest and the Garden of the Gods: one of the most Instagrammed sites in the state. This quiet paradise is filled with lush trees bordering miles of hiking trails and scenic drives. The enormous sandstone bluffs in Giant City State Park attract rock climbers and rappellers looking for their next adventure. Boo Rochman Memorial Park offers a unique, family-friendly experience– a park filled with wooden sculptures of dragons, unicorns, wizards, and more. The park’s centerpiece, a massive wood and stone castle, features an elaborate jungle gym with stairs, tunnels, and an ogre or two.
Threaded by Main Street, downtown Carbondale is known for its Historic Town Square and charming, old-school architecture. The whole area is easily walkable, so you can peruse local shops for bike gear, art, vintage clothes, musical instruments, and everything in between. The SIU University Museum is a must-see, with no entry fee and a variety of exhibitions about the history and culture of the region. While in the area, explore Campus Lake and Pulliam Hall clocktower, or catch a football game at Saluki Stadium.
Bus services connect Seattle, Chicago, and Phoenix to Carbondale. Amtrak has multiple lines from the city to Memphis, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The nearest airport is Marion Williamson County Regional.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Columbia?
Main departure station: Midway Truck Plaza
Columbia has two bus stations with service to Carbondale.
All bus stations in Columbia:
Midway Truck Plaza
Wabash Station - E Ash St and N 10th St
Where does the bus arrive in Carbondale?
Main arrival station: 401 S Illinois Ave
All buses from Columbia arrive at one main station in Carbondale.
Bus stations in Carbondale:
401 S Illinois Ave
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