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Compare bus and train 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 $42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $42, and a bus costs an average of $84.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$102 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL:
A train is $54 (€44) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL costing on average $102 (€83).
Other travel options to Carbondale, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $118 |
Compare prices and tickets Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Memphis, TN to Carbondale, IL
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 $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $42 (€34) 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 $84 (€68) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 1:40 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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