How much does a cheap train ticket from St. Louis to Carbondale cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Carbondale is $163. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Carbondale is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the trip from St. Louis to Carbondale?

A train trip between St. Louis and Carbondale is around 17h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Carbondale?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Carbondale can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Carbondale by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Carbondale?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Carbondale, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train St. Louis to Carbondale from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on November 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	CheapestFastest
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

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on November 21
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	8:10am	Gateway Station	17h 11m	1:21am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Carbondale on November 22
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	8:10am	Gateway Station	17h 11m	1:21am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:37 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 $32, 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$32 - $86	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$95 - $890	Average Duration17h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5594 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 $95

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from St. Louis to Carbondale cost?
The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Carbondale is $163. The best way to find cheap train tickets from St. Louis to Carbondale is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from St. Louis to Carbondale?
A train trip between St. Louis and Carbondale is around 17h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 133 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Carbondale?
The number of trains from St. Louis to Carbondale can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Carbondale by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Carbondale?
When taking the train from St. Louis to Carbondale, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-17

$159

11-18

$119

Today

$119

11-20

$251

11-21

$287

11-22

$287

11-23

No data

11-24

No data

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Carbondale was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $119

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 $119 to $894 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 $251 which is on 2025-11-20.