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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Champaign to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $15
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Champaign to Carbondale by train
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How much is the train ticket from Champaign to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Champaign to Carbondale start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $17. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Champaign to Carbondale?
The average train ride duration from Champaign to Carbondale is 2h 56m, covering a distance of 173 miles (279 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Champaign to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Champaign to Carbondale?
The earliest train departs from Champaign to Carbondale at 10:49am. And the latest train departs at 10:55pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Champaign to Carbondale was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Champaign to Carbondale, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $180 for a train ticket from Champaign to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Champaign to Carbondale?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Champaign and Carbondale is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $17 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Carbondale, choose the train, as it will take you from Champaign to Carbondale in about 2h 56m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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