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Compare bus and train for Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $70, and a bus costs an average of $118.
Distance: 279 miles (450 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL:
A train is $48 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL costing on average $118 (€97).
Other travel options to Carbondale, IL take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 0m.
Compare prices and tickets Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL
Trains from Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€58) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:16, the last at 16:15. The fastest train covers the 279 miles (450 km) distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 279 miles (450 km) |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€58) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 3:16 AM |
Last train 4:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lansing, 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 Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL
Most Lansing, IL to Carbondale, IL trains use the Homewood Amtrak Station to Carbondale Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Lansing, IL and Carbondale, IL train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carbondale, IL station do trains from Lansing, IL arrive at?
Getting to Carbondale Station from Carbondale city centre
Carbondale Station train station facilities and services
Carbondale Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carbondale Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carbondale Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carbondale Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carbondale Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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