How much does a cheap train ticket from Carbondale to Homewood cost?

The average train ticket price from Carbondale to Homewood is R 802. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Carbondale to Homewood is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Carbondale to Homewood?

A train trip between Carbondale and Homewood is around 4h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 448 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Carbondale and Homewood?

The number of trains from Carbondale to Homewood can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Carbondale to Homewood by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Carbondale to Homewood?

When taking the train from Carbondale to Homewood, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Carbondale to Homewood from R 474 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Carbondale to Homewood on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 40m	20:55	Homewood, IL	Cheapest
Train	03:16	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 25m	07:41	Homewood, IL	Fastest
Train	03:16	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 25m	07:41	Homewood, IL	No tags
Train	16:15	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	4h 40m	20:55	Homewood, IL	No tags
Train	03:16	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	17h 39m	20:55	Homewood, IL	No tags
Train	03:16	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	17h 39m	20:55	Homewood, IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to Homewood

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Homewood. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 512, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

4h 40mAverage duration

447 kmDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 873 - R 1 873	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 512 - R 4 541	Average duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 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 512

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Carbondale - Homewood, IL

How much does a cheap train ticket from Carbondale to Homewood cost?
The average train ticket price from Carbondale to Homewood is R 802. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Carbondale to Homewood is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Carbondale to Homewood?
A train trip between Carbondale and Homewood is around 4h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 448 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Carbondale and Homewood?
The number of trains from Carbondale to Homewood can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Carbondale to Homewood by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Carbondale to Homewood?
When taking the train from Carbondale to Homewood, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

R 737

11/11

R 737

Today

R 755

13/11

R 1 105

14/11

R 755

15/11

R 527

16/11

R 614

17/11

R 527

The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Homewood, IL was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 527

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

You can expect to pay from R 527 to R 4 367 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Homewood, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 527, which is on 2025-11-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to Homewood, IL?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 40m	Avg priceR 1 873	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 40m	Avg priceR 802	Daily departures4

The best way to travel between Carbondale and Homewood, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 802 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 512. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Homewood, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Carbondale to Homewood, IL in about 4h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!