The cheapest and fastest trains from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
447 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 5 trains that leave Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL for Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL on Thu, Jun 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 447 km distance in an average of 8 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 19 h 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
392 Illini4:15 PM4h40Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL8:55 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$721One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans · 392 Illini1:18 AM19h37Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL8:55 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$741One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans · 390 Saluki1:18 AM10h52Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL12:10 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$811One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans1:18 AM4h50Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL6:08 AMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$871One-way0 transfers
390 Saluki7:30 AM4h40Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL12:10 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$871One-way0 transfers
390 Saluki7:30 AM4h40Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL12:10 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$871One-way0 transfers
392 Illini4:15 PM4h40Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL8:55 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$721One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans1:18 AM4h50Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL6:08 AMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$871One-way0 transfers
58 City Of New Orleans · 390 Saluki1:18 AM10h52Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL12:10 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$811One-way1 transfer
58 City Of New Orleans · 392 Illini1:18 AM19h37Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL8:55 PMHomewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL$741One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $52.
Distance: 277 miles (447 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 15m.
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Direct services run with Amtrak.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
392 Illini | 4:15 PM Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL | 4h40 | 8:55 PM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
58 City Of New Orleans · 390 Saluki | 1:18 AM Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL | 10h52 | 12:10 PM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 1 transfer | |
58 City Of New Orleans | 1:18 AM Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL | 4h50 | 6:08 AM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
58 City Of New Orleans · 392 Illini | 1:18 AM Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL | 19h37 | 8:55 PM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 1 transfer | |
390 Saluki | 7:30 AM Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL | 4h40 | 12:10 PM Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Trains from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 277 miles (447 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 277 miles (447 km) |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 40m |
First train 6:18 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL and Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carbondale station, Carbondale, IL to Homewood Amtrak Station, Homewood, IL
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- The station is an enclosed waiting area without Wi-Fi.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and restroom access during station hours.
- Metra: Electric District Line
- Bus: Pace Routes 356, 359
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