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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL
Cheapest price
$124
Average price
$124
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Memphis, TN 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 Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL will cost around $124 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $124.
Of the 1 buses that leave Memphis, TN for Carbondale, IL on Sun, Mar 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest buses will take 7 h 50 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 Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $66.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$99 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL bus times
The table below shows live departures for Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL buses for today, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:45 PM Memphis, TN | 7h50 | 7:35 AM Carbondale, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL
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Buses from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 14 days |
Bus providers: MATA Transit from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, ILYou can travel by bus between Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL with MATA Transit for as low as $33 (€27). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Memphis, TN 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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