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Trip Overview

The average train between Ann Arbor and Carbondale takes 15h 58m and the fastest train takes 12h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Ann Arbor to Carbondale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

15h 58m
Duration
551 mi
Distance
$357
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Ann Arbor to Carbondale train times

Trains run twice daily between Ann Arbor and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 10:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ann Arbor is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 15h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 45m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 12m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 45m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 12m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 45m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 12m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 45m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 12m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 45m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 12m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 45m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 12m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Ann Arbor to Carbondale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Ann Arbor to Carbondale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 551.2 mi
  • Duration: 15h 58m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Carbondale, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Carbondale via Chicago Union Station in around 10h 48m.

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