Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL train

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Cheap train tickets from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest

$77

Average

$77

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

09:05PM3h55

Carlinville, IL

01:00AMChicago, IL

$771One-way

0 transfers

Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Amtrak	09:05PM Carlinville, IL	3h55	01:00AM Chicago, IL	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Fastest Journey

3 h 55 m

Average

3 h 55 m

Trains per day

Distance

342 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Carlinville, IL for Chicago, IL every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

09:05PM3h55

Carlinville, IL

01:00AMChicago, IL

$771One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL

Trains from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€27) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

212 miles (342 km)

Average train duration

3h 57m

Cheapest ticket price

$30 (€27)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 54m

First train

07:46

Last train

19:10

Price information

Train providers: Amtrak from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL trains

You can travel by train to Chicago, IL from Carlinville, IL with Amtrak for as low as $25 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Carlinville, IL and Chicago, IL, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 54 min
Cheapest Price: $25
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL.

Cheap train tickets from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $30 (€27) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL is $52 (€47); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL is 3 h 54 min to travel the 212 mile (342 km) long trip, with around there are 3 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL leaves at 5: 14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL leaves at 7: 24 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 3 direct trains from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Chicago, IL. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Chicago, IL from Carlinville, IL and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 24 PM.

A trip to Chicago, IL from Carlinville, IL is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL is February.

You have options as you can travel from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL 2 different ways: train or flight.

Popular train stations from Carlinville, IL to Chicago, IL

Carlinville

Chicago

The major train station for departures in Carlinville is Carlinville Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlinville Station for your trip from Carlinville to Chicago.

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