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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 | Gateway Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Gateway Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Carbondale to St. Louis
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just €21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 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 €61
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.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to St. Louis by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to St. Louis start from €61. The average price for this train route is around €97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The average train journey time from Carbondale to St. Louis is 16h 7m, covering a distance of 133 km. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Carbondale to St. Louis route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carbondale to St. Louis?
The earliest train from Carbondale to St. Louis departs at 03:18. And the latest train departs at 07:30.
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 St. Louis was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €71To 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 €71 to €412 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 €85, which is on 2026-02-01.
