The cheapest and fastest buses from Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 1 buses that leave Indianapolis, IN for Carbondale, IL on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 349 km distance in an average of 13 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 13 h 15 m 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €72. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €72, and a train costs an average of €204.
Distance: 216 miles (349 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€72 Average price Cheapest | €204 Average price |
11h 55m Average total duration Fastest 11h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration 15h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL
Buses from Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $90 (€72) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€72) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 21:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Indianapolis, IN to Carbondale, IL
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