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Trip Overview

The train between Mattoon and Jackson takes 12h 4m. There is at least one train per day from Mattoon to Jackson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 4m
Duration
575 mi
Distance
$370
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Mattoon to Jackson train times

Trains run once daily between Mattoon and Jackson. The service departs Mattoon at 11:36 PM at night, which arrives into Jackson at 11:40:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 12h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Mattoon to Jackson? 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.

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  • Distance: 575.2 mi
  • Duration: 12h 4m

What companies run services between Mattoon, IL, USA and Jackson, MS, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Jackson once daily. Tickets cost $310–490 and the journey takes 12h 4m.

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