Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Gateway Station | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Gateway Station | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Carbondale
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 R 389, 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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 075
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Carbondale by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 from R 1 075. The average price for this train route is around R 1 857. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to Carbondale is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 133 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators run on 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 04:30. And the latest train departs at 08:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Carbondale was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 216To 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 R 1 216 to R 6 753 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 R 1 216, which is on 2026-01-28.
