The average train between Deerfield and Carbondale takes 7h 18m and the fastest train takes 6h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Deerfield 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 Deerfield and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Deerfield is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Deerfield to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Deerfield station and arriving at Carbondale station via Carbondale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.
Deerfield to Carbondale train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Deerfield to Carbondale train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Carbondale station.
The distance between Deerfield and Carbondale is 507.8 km. The road distance is 536 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondale 3 times a day. Tickets cost $100–210 and the journey takes 5h 30m.