Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Homewood, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Homewood, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Homewood, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Homewood, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Homewood, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Homewood to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £22
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Homewood, IL to Carbondale by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Homewood to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Homewood to Carbondale start from £22. The average price for this train route is around £39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Homewood to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Homewood to Carbondale is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 278 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Homewood to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Homewood to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Homewood to Carbondale departs at 08:56. And the latest train departs at 20:54.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Homewood, IL to Carbondale was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of £28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Homewood, IL to Carbondale as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £28 to £211 for a train ticket from Homewood, IL to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2026-02-01.
