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Carlinville - Lincoln Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

4 trains operate daily from Carlinville to Lincoln. The train trip from Carlinville to Lincoln is usually about one hour and 4 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Lincoln Service train can get you there in as little as 58 minutes.

Distance66 mi (106 km)
Fastest train0h 58m
Lowest price£7.92
Trains per day4
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Texas Eagle
Train lines3

Which train should you take from Carlinville to Lincoln?

There are 3 train lines with service from Carlinville to Lincoln. Amtrak Texas Eagle is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak11h 3m£8.45
Amtrak Lincoln Service10h 58m£9.50
Amtrak Texas Eagle21h 8m£16.76
  • 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 1 Amtrak trains from Carlinville to Lincoln every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £8.

  • Amtrak Lincoln Service is part of Amtrak's Illinois Service, providing rail transportation throughout Illinois. The Lincoln Service travels 284 miles between St. Louis and Chicago with nine intermediate stops. Amtrak Lincoln trains offer WiFi connectivity, power outlets, business class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers have the most comfortable journey possible.

  • The Amtrak Texas Eagle is a 1,306-mile train route from Chicago, Illinois to San Antonio, Texas. Because of the route’s length, the train offers sleeper car options in addition to standard coach seats. Like most Amtrak trains, the Texas Eagle features power outlets at each seat, restrooms in each car, and a cafe car where passengers can purchase food and drinks. A journey from Carlinville to Lincoln on the Texas Eagle usually takes 1 hours and 8 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Carlinville and Lincoln is approximately 66 miles, or 106 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 58 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Lincoln.

Trains from Carlinville to Lincoln are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Carlinville at 07:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Carlinville to Lincoln.

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

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Carlinville?

Main departure station: 128 Alton Rd

There is one train station in Carlinville.

All train stations in Carlinville:

  • 128 Alton Rd

Where is the train station in Lincoln?

Main arrival station: 101 N Chicago St

Lincoln has one train station.

Train stations in Lincoln:

  • 101 N Chicago St

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