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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Memphis Central Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Memphis Central Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Memphis Central Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Memphis Central Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Memphis Central Station | Carlinville, IL | No tags |
Get from Memphis to Carlinville
The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5753 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 $109
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Memphis, TN to Carlinville 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 Memphis to Carlinville?
The cheapest train tickets from Memphis to Carlinville start from $197. The average price for this train route is around $284. 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 Memphis to Carlinville?
The average train ride duration from Memphis to Carlinville is 19h 10m, covering a distance of 287 miles (462 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Memphis to Carlinville 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 Memphis to Carlinville?
The earliest train departs from Memphis to Carlinville at 10:45pm. And the latest train departs at 10:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to Carlinville was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $106To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Memphis, TN to Carlinville, as early as possible.
