Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Union Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags |
Get from Joliet to Carlinville
The journey takes about 2 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 631, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 R 631
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Joliet to Carlinville 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 Joliet to Carlinville?
The cheapest train tickets from Joliet to Carlinville start from R 631. The average price for this train route is around R 1 097. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Joliet to Carlinville?
The average train journey time from Joliet to Carlinville is 2h 53m, covering a distance of 293 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Joliet to Carlinville 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 Joliet to Carlinville?
The earliest train from Joliet to Carlinville departs at 10:40. And the latest train departs at 18:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Joliet to Carlinville was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 589To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Joliet to Carlinville as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 589 to R 3 378 for a train ticket from Joliet to Carlinville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 849, which is on 2025-12-13.
