Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Effingham, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Effingham to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 188, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5791 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 ZAR 188
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to Carbondale by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Effingham to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Carbondale start from ZAR 188. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Effingham to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Effingham to Carbondale is 1h 48m, covering a distance of 166 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Effingham to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Effingham to Carbondale departs at 00:01. And the latest train departs at 22:01.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Effingham to Carbondale was searched and found on 29 Apr 2026 with a price of ZAR 154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Effingham to Carbondale as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 154 to ZAR 3,214 for a train ticket from Effingham to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 188, which is on 2026-05-01.
