Cheap coach tickets from Paducah to Carbondale
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Coach from Paducah to Carbondale: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Paducah to Carbondale. Travelling by coach from Paducah to Carbondale usually takes around 1 hour and 23 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 1 hour and 20 minutes.
- Distance
- 56 mi (90 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 20m
- Cheapest price
- £12.62
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus US
- Coach lines
- 1
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Paducah to Carbondale Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Paducah to Carbondale:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Paducah to Carbondale?
Coach tickets for a trip from Paducah to Carbondale cost about £14 when you book at the cheapest time, 8 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Paducah to Carbondale by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Paducah to Carbondale in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £15 to £16. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 5 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Carbondale this week, coach tickets are available starting at £15.
Average coach ticket prices from Paducah to Carbondale by month
Travelling from Paducah to Carbondale by coach will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, coach ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around £16 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £3.77 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Paducah to Carbondale?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Paducah to Carbondale. FlixBus US is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 1h 23m | £15.25 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from Paducah to Carbondale, and the average ticket for this route costs only £15.25.






Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Paducah to Carbondale
There is usually only one coach per day from Paducah to Carbondale. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 23 minutes to cover the 56 miles from Paducah to Carbondale. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 hour and 20 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
56
Distance (km)
90
There is usually only one coach per day from Paducah to Carbondale. It leaves the station in Paducah at 6:00 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest coach
5:00am
Latest coach
6:00am
Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Paducah to Carbondale for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Carbondale, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Carbondale
Carbondale, one the best holiday 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.
Coach 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 coach leave from in Paducah?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 2719 Irvin Cobb Dr
Most coaches depart from the main station in Paducah.
All coach stations in Paducah:
- Bus Terminal - 2719 Irvin Cobb Dr
Where does the coach arrive in Carbondale?
Main arrival station: 401 S Illinois Ave
All coaches from Paducah arrive at one main station in Carbondale.
Coach stations in Carbondale:
- 401 S Illinois Ave
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