The cheapest and fastest trains from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
10 h 13 m
Average duration
10 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 1 trains that leave Joliet, IL for Carbondale, IL on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 433 km distance in an average of 10 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 13 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 10 h 13 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, and a bus costs an average of €73.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€70 Average price Cheapest | €81 Average price |
6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 6h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 21m Average total duration 12h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL train times
The table below shows live departures for Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:47 PM Joliet, IL | 10h13 | 6:00 AM Carbondale, IL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL
Trains from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:16, the last at 14:47. The fastest train covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 10h 13m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average train duration 6h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 13m |
First train 03:16 |
Last train 14:47 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metra from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL trainsAmtrak, Metra trains will get you between Joliet, IL and Carbondale, IL from $57 (€45). 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 Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, 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 Carbondale, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Joliet, IL to Carbondale, IL
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Pace Routes: 501, 504, 505, 507, 508
- 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
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