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Compare all timetables for the bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
tomorrow
$131
Wednesday
$218
Thursday
$241
Friday
Saturday
$236
Sunday
$232

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 50h 50m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 8:15 AM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $131
FlixBus 58h 5m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $131
FlixBus 53h 5m 1:40 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 4:45 AM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $143
FlixBus 59h 25m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $218
FlixBus 55h 50m 1:40 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 7:30 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $232

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 55h 50m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 1:15 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $218
FlixBus 55h 50m 1:40 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 7:30 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $236
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $51? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      66h 30m
      0
      7:40 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      9:35 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    • Waiting Time 23h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      41h 30m
      0
      8:40 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      12:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $150
    Travel time is 12h 40m longer, but you will save $51

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 55h 50m 1:40 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 7:30 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $241
FlixBus 59h 25m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $245
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $90? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      66h 45m
      0
      7:25 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      9:20 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    • Waiting Time 23h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      41h 30m
      0
      8:40 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      12:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $135
    Travel time is 12h 55m longer, but you will save $90

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 55h 50m 1:40 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 7:30 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $236
FlixBus 59h 25m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $249
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $85? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      66h 45m
      0
      7:25 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      9:20 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    • Waiting Time 23h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      41h 30m
      0
      8:40 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      12:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $135
    Travel time is 12h 55m longer, but you will save $85

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 55h 50m 1:40 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 7:30 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $232
FlixBus 59h 25m 7:25 AM Carbondale, IL Amtrak Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $271
  • Did you know that if you travel from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles via St. Louis, MO, you can save more than $81? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      66h 45m
      0
      7:25 AM
      Carbondale, IL
      Amtrak Station
      9:20 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    • Waiting Time 23h 20m
    • Greyhound US
      41h 30m
      0
      8:40 AM
      St. Louis, MO
      Gateway Station
      12:10 AM
      Los Angeles
      North Hollywood
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $135
    Travel time is 12h 55m longer, but you will save $81

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles is $128 on 8/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles

See here how frequent the connections between Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 7 buses from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles, while Night sees the fewest connections between Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles starting from $128!

Cheapest Bus $128
Fastest Bus 48h 50m
Earliest Bus 1:40 AM
Latest Bus 7:25 AM
Daily Bus Routes 2 Ø
Distance 1,637.6 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Carbondale, IL for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
Monday 07/27
Tuesday 07/28
$131
Wednesday 07/29
$218
Thursday 07/30
$241
Friday 07/31
Saturday 08/01
$236
Sunday 08/02
$232
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
$249
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$236
Friday 08/07
Saturday 08/08
$147
Sunday 08/09
$128
Monday 08/10
Tuesday 08/11
$235
Wednesday 08/12
$140
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$153
Monday 08/17
$160
Tuesday 08/18
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $128, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $236.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles, with $128. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $131.

How to save money travelling from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles? Or which bus companies serve the route Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles bus

How much does a Carbondale, IL Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $128 and takes 48h 50m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $128 and $271. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Los Angeles.

On average, how many connections are available from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles each day?

Every day, the Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles take?

The fastest bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles is offered by FlixBus and takes 48h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $131. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from Carbondale, IL starts at 1:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from Carbondale, IL for Los Angeles starts at 7:25 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Carbondale, IL Los Angeles route?

When traveling by bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles?

You can check all the direct connections between Carbondale, IL and Los Angeles by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Carbondale, IL Los Angeles bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Carbondale, IL Los Angeles bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Carbondale, IL to Los Angeles

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Carbondale, IL and to Los Angeles

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Carbondale, IL and to Los Angeles. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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