Bus Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL: Compare prices and save money

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

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

today

tomorrow

$157

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

$161

Saturday

Sunday

$160

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	47h 0m	12:35 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$157	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 7/28/2026 12:35:00 AM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m
Greyhound US	48h 5m	11:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$157	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 7/28/2026 11:30:00 PM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 5m
FlixBus	57h 50m	1:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$161	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 7/28/2026 1:45:00 PM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	48h 5m	11:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$161	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 7/31/2026 11:30:00 PM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $161 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 5m
FlixBus	57h 50m	1:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$166	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 7/31/2026 1:45:00 PM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 50m
Greyhound US	47h 0m	12:35 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$197	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 7/31/2026 12:35:00 AM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $197 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	47h 0m	12:35 AM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$160	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 8/2/2026 12:35:00 AM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 8/4/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $160 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m
Greyhound US	48h 5m	11:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$175	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 8/2/2026 11:30:00 PM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 8/5/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $175 per person are available. Travel duration is 48h 5m
FlixBus	57h 50m	1:45 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	1:35 AM	Carbondale, IL	Amtrak Station	Economy	$176	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) at 8/2/2026 1:45:00 PM to Amtrak Station, Carbondale, IL (USA) arriving at 8/5/2026 1:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 50m

Frequency of bus connections between Los Angeles and Carbondale, IL

See here how frequent the connections between Los Angeles and Carbondale, IL are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Los Angeles and Carbondale, IL.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 3 buses from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Los Angeles and Carbondale, IL, with 3 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/26/2026 costs just $137, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL in one click! Book your bus ticket from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL starting from $137!

Cheapest Bus	$137
Fastest Bus	49h 0m
Earliest Bus	12:35 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	1,637.6 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Los Angeles for Carbondale, IL: 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

$157

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$161

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$160

Monday 08/03

$167

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

$156

Thursday 08/06

$137

Friday 08/07

$140

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

$144

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

$148

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $140, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $160.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL, with $137. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $161.

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

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 Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL 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 Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL, 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 Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL are also emptier.

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

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

Downtown Bus Station

N Main St 512

Las Casas

Main Street 94

Tufesa

Maple Ave 611

Union Station

Ramirez Street 401-479

Amtrak

Alameda Street 738-788

Bus Stop

E Main St 905

Memorial Hospital

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

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

FAQs about the Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $137 and takes 49h 0m to reach Carbondale, IL. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $137 and $197. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Carbondale, IL.

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

Every day, the Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL is offered by Greyhound US and takes 49h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $157. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Carbondale, IL from Los Angeles starts at 12:35 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 Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL?

The latest bus trip departing from Los Angeles for Carbondale, IL starts at 11:30 PM. 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 Los Angeles Carbondale, IL route?

When traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and 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 Los Angeles and Carbondale, IL?

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

What can I take with me on the Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL 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 Los Angeles Carbondale, IL 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 Los Angeles Carbondale, IL 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 Los Angeles to Carbondale, IL on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Los Angeles and to Carbondale, IL

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