The average train between Champaign and Carbondale takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Champaign 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.
Trains run 3 times a day between Champaign and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 10:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Champaign is at 10:55 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:49 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Champaign station and arriving at Carbondale station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 56m.
Champaign to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Champaign-Urbana station.
Champaign to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carbondale station.
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The distance between Champaign and Carbondale is 278.7 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Champaign-Urbana to Carbondale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 2h 54m.