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Bus from Carbondale to Mobile: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Carbondale to Mobile. Traveling by bus from Carbondale to Mobile usually takes around 24 hours and 53 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 490 mi (789 km) |
Shortest duration | 17h 30m |
Cheapest price | $160.30 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |

What bus companies travel from Carbondale to Mobile?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Carbondale to Mobile. 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 | 1d 0h 53m | $198.57 |
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 Carbondale to Mobile every day, with the average journey taking around 24 hours and 53 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Mobile usually start from $160.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Carbondale to Mobile
The bus takes an average of 24 hours and 53 minutes to cover the 490 miles from Carbondale to Mobile. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 30 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 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00am. To see the times for all buses from Carbondale to Mobile, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Carbondale to Mobile. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Carbondale to Mobile; ticket prices start at $177.00.
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 Carbondale?
Main departure station: 401 S Illinois Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Carbondale.
All bus stations in Carbondale:
401 S Illinois Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Mobile?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
All buses from Carbondale arrive at one main station in Mobile.
All bus stations in Mobile:
Bus Terminal - 2545 Government Blvd
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