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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
£130
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
19 h 7 m
Average duration
19 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £130.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carbondale, IL for St. Louis, MO every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 19 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 132 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£102 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 2m Average total duration 17h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:16 Carbondale, IL | 19h07 | 03:23 St. Louis, MO | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO
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Trains from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO run on average 3 times per day, taking around 17h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:16, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 14h 53m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 17h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 14h 53m |
First train 03:16 |
Last train 21:13 |
FAQs: Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carbondale, IL to St. Louis, MO by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carbondale, IL and St. Louis, MO
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeInformation Desk
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- The station is an enclosed waiting area without Wi-Fi.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Landry's Seafood House
- The Station Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West
- Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 2: MetroLink connections
- MetroLink: Red Line, Blue Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 40, 94, 97
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