The average train between Chicago and Carbondale takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Chicago to Carbondale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Chicago and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chicago is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:21 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago station and arriving at Carbondale station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.
Chicago to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Chicago to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carbondale station.
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The distance between Chicago and Carbondale is 480.8 km. The road distance is 497 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $85–190 and the journey takes 5h 16m.
