How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis?

The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to St. Louis start from $66. The average price for this train route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Carbondale to St. Louis?

The average train ride duration from Carbondale to St. Louis is 15h 51m, covering a distance of 82 miles (133 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Carbondale to St. Louis route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carbondale to St. Louis?

The earliest train departs from Carbondale to St. Louis at 3:16am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Train Carbondale to St. Louis from $62 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
	Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest

Next departures for Carbondale to St. Louis on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	Cheapest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	15h 49m	7:07pm	Gateway Station	Fastest
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags
Train	3:18am	Carbondale (Amtrak), IL	19h 5m	10:23pm	Gateway Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to St. Louis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

2h 10mAverage Duration

82 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $67	Average Duration2h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$66 - $871	Average Duration15h 51m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $66

Amtrak Carbondale St. Louis recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the professionalism of the driver. He cared for each individual personally. I slept the whole ride. I felt totally comfortable and I didn't sleep with one eye open. Overall it was a trip I am sure to tell people about. Thanks Respectablelly John Claytor

John C.

September 8, 2023

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to St. Louis by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to St. Louis start from $66. The average price for this train route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The average train ride duration from Carbondale to St. Louis is 15h 51m, covering a distance of 82 miles (133 km). The quickest train can get you there in 14h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Carbondale to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The earliest train departs from Carbondale to St. Louis at 3:16am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$119

12/12

$161

Today

$307

12/14

$376

12/15

$149

12/16

$132

12/17

$153

12/18

$108

The cheapest trip from Carbondale to St. Louis was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $108

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

You can expect to pay from $108 to $676 for a train ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $108 which is on 2025-12-18.