Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Princeton, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Princeton, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Princeton, IL | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Princeton, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Princeton, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
Get from Princeton to Carbondale
The journey takes about 13 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 444, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5665 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 1 444
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, IL, US 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 Princeton to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Carbondale start from R 1 444. The average price for this train route is around R 1 729. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Princeton to Carbondale is 13h 4m, covering a distance of 408 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton 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 Princeton to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Princeton to Carbondale departs at 08:31. And the latest train departs at 12:21.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Princeton, IL, US to Carbondale was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 375To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Princeton, IL, US to Carbondale as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 375 to R 8 696 for a train ticket from Princeton, IL, US to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 375, which is on 2025-12-26.
