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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Mattoon | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Mattoon | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mattoon | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mattoon | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Mattoon | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Mattoon to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 2 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 556, 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 TRY 556
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mattoon 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 Mattoon to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Mattoon to Carbondale start from TRY 556. The average price for this train route is around TRY 649. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mattoon to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Mattoon to Carbondale is 2h 12m, covering a distance of 209 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Mattoon to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mattoon to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Mattoon to Carbondale departs at 11:33. And the latest train departs at 23:36.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mattoon to Carbondale was searched and found on 29 Apr 2026 with a price of TRY 463To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mattoon to Carbondale as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 463 to TRY 8,936 for a train ticket from Mattoon to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 463, which is on 2026-05-02.
