The average train between Elgin and Carbondale takes 7h 17m and the fastest train takes 6h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Elgin 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 Elgin and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Elgin is at 6:28 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Elgin station and arriving at Carbondale station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.
Elgin to Carbondale train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Elgin to Carbondale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Carbondale station.
The distance between Elgin and Carbondale is 485.8 km. The road distance is 549 km.
You can take a train from Elgin to Carbondale via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 47m.
