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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Battle Creek Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Battle Creek
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Battle Creek. The journey takes about 13 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5739 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 $145
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Battle Creek start from $145. The average price for this train route is around $160. 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 Battle Creek?
The average train ride duration from Carbondale to Battle Creek is 13h 39m, covering a distance of 382 miles (616 km). The quickest train can get you there in 13h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Carbondale to Battle Creek 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 Battle Creek?
The earliest train departs from Carbondale to Battle Creek at 3:18am. And the latest train departs at 3:18am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Battle Creek was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $75To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carbondale to Battle Creek, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $75 to $226 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Battle Creek based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2026-01-21.
