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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
10 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
446 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 2 buses that leave Homewood, IL for Carbondale, IL on Fri, Feb 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 446 km distance in an average of 10 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and bus for Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €27, and a bus costs an average of €49.
Distance: 277 miles (446 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€62 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest |
11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $60 |
Live departures
Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| undefined · undefined+FlixBus | 7:25 PM Gary, W 4th Ave (Greyhound Terminal) | 17h30 | 12:55 PM Carbondale, Amtrak Train Station | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Chicago, 95th Red Line Station | 17h25 | 12:55 PM Carbondale, Amtrak Train Station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL
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Buses from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€49) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 277 miles (446 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 277 miles (446 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€49) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 22:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, IL by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carbondale, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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