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Next departures for Carbondale to Bloomington on July 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	3:16am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	12h 48m	4:04pm	Uptown Station
Train	3:16am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	16h 9m	7:25pm	Uptown Station
Train	7:30am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	11h 55m	7:25pm	Uptown Station
Train	3:16am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	16h 9m	7:25pm	Uptown Station
Train	3:16am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	12h 48m	4:04pm	Uptown Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Bloomington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 84,926, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

307 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 84,926 - ARS 85,850	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 194,765 - ARS 226,135	Average Duration15h 4m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,844 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5844 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 114,765

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to Bloomington, IL by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to Bloomington?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Bloomington start at ARS 194,765. The average price for this train route is around ARS 194,765. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Carbondale to Bloomington?
The average train trip from Carbondale to Bloomington takes 15h 4m and covers 311 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Carbondale to Bloomington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carbondale to Bloomington?
The earliest train from Carbondale to Bloomington departs at 1:18am. The latest train departs at 7:30am.