The average train between Lisle and Carbondale takes 7h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from Lisle 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 Lisle and Carbondale. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lisle is at 6:22 PM which arrives into Carbondale at 1:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lisle to Carbondale. However, there are services departing from Lisle station and arriving at Carbondale station via Carbondale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.
Lisle to Carbondale train services, operated by Metra, depart from Chicago Union Station.
Lisle to Carbondale train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Carbondale station.
The distance between Lisle and Carbondale is 463.4 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.