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Colfax - Carlinville Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Colfax and Carlinville. The average train journey from Colfax to Carlinville takes 53 hours and 4 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 51 hours and 19 minutes.

Distance1656 mi (2665 km)
Fastest train51h 19m
Lowest price$547.20
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines1

Which train should you take from Colfax to Carlinville?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Colfax to Carlinville. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak22d 5h 4m$566.21
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Colfax to Carlinville every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $547.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Colfax to Carlinville. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.

The distance between Colfax and Carlinville is approximately 1656 miles, or 2665 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 53 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 51 hours and 19 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Colfax to Carlinville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Colfax at 12:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 12:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Colfax twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlinville to Colfax.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Colfax?

Main departure station: 99 Railroad St

There is one train station in Colfax.

All train stations in Colfax:

  • 99 Railroad St

Where is the train station in Carlinville?

Main arrival station: 128 Alton Rd

Carlinville has one train station.

Train stations in Carlinville:

  • 128 Alton Rd

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