How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Carbondale?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Carbondale start at $93. The average price for this train route is around $197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Carbondale?

The average train trip from St. Louis to Carbondale takes 15h and covers 133 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Carbondale route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Carbondale?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Carbondale departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 10:40am.

Train St. Louis to Carbondale from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	17h 39m	1:49am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	13h 25m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	17h 5m	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	15h	9:35pm	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:32 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Carbondale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2hAverage Duration

133 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $104	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $909	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $93

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Carbondale by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Carbondale start at $93. The average price for this train route is around $197. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Carbondale?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Carbondale takes 15h and covers 133 km. The quickest train gets you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Carbondale?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Carbondale departs at 4:30am. The latest train departs at 10:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-11

$153

12-12

$241

Today

$221

12-14

$188

12-15

$169

12-16

$128

12-17

$116

12-18

$188

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Carbondale was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $116

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Carbondale, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $116 to $701 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $116 which is on 2025-12-17.