How much is the train ticket from Springfield to Carbondale?

The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Carbondale start from R 1 221. The average price for this train route is around R 2 455. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Springfield to Carbondale?

The average train journey time from Springfield to Carbondale is 15h 18m, covering a distance of 235 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 34m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Springfield 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 Springfield to Carbondale?

The earliest train from Springfield to Carbondale departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

Train Springfield to Carbondale from R 1 073 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Springfield to Carbondale on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:56	Springfield Station	12h 4m	01:00	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Cheapest
17:08	Springfield Station	7h 52m	01:00	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	Fastest
06:11	Springfield Station	15h 24m	21:35	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
06:11	Springfield Station	15h 24m	21:35	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags
08:22	Springfield Station	13h 13m	21:35	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:24 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Springfield to Carbondale

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 626, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

234 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 626 - R 920	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 221 - R 10 832	Average duration15h 18m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 1 131

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Springfield, IL 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 Springfield to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Springfield to Carbondale start from R 1 221. The average price for this train route is around R 2 455. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Springfield to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Springfield to Carbondale is 15h 18m, covering a distance of 235 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Springfield 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 Springfield to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Springfield to Carbondale departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

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R 1 073

The cheapest trip from Springfield, IL to Carbondale was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 073

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Springfield, IL to Carbondale as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 073 to R 8 024 for a train ticket from Springfield, IL to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 073, which is on 2025-12-17.