Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Springfield Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Springfield Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to Springfield
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Springfield. The journey takes about 4 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 599, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 005
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to Springfield, IL by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to Springfield?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Springfield start from R 1 005. The average price for this train route is around R 1 881. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carbondale to Springfield?
The average train journey time from Carbondale to Springfield is 14h 8m, covering a distance of 235 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Carbondale to Springfield 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 Carbondale to Springfield?
The earliest train from Carbondale to Springfield departs at 03:18. And the latest train departs at 07:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Springfield, IL was searched and found on 08 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 089To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carbondale to Springfield, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 089 to R 8 019 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Springfield, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 089, which is on 2026-04-08.
