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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 |
Last refresh of the prices: 12/08/2025 CST.
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 R 208, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5648 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 208
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Mattoon to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Mattoon to Carbondale start from R 208. The average price for this train route is around R 242. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 quickest train can get you there in 2h 8m 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 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 173To 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 R 173 to R 3 336 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 R 173, which is on 2025-12-17.
