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Trip Overview

The average train between Detroit and Carbondale takes 16h 47m and the fastest train takes 13h. The train service runs several times per day from Detroit 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.

16h 47m
Duration
589 mi
Distance
$382
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Detroit to Carbondale train times

Trains run twice daily between Detroit and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 9:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Detroit is at 6:11 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 16h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak20h 34m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak20h 34m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak20h 34m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak20h 34m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak20h 34m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak20h 34m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Detroit 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 Detroit to Carbondale.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 589 mi
  • Duration: 16h 47m

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

You can take a train from Detroit to Carbondale via Chicago Union Station in around 11h 36m.

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