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Homewood - Centralia Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

2 trains operate daily from Homewood to Centralia. The train trip from Homewood to Centralia is usually about 3 hours and 40 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 3 hours and 29 minutes.

Distance223 mi (359 km)
Fastest train3h 29m
Lowest price£28.51
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak City of New Orleans
Train lines4

What is the price of a train ticket from Homewood to Centralia?

In the last month, £33.00 was the average price of a train ticket from Homewood to Centralia. This is a great price, especially considering the length of the route. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 28 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £32.03 more than that for a same-day booking.

Monthly average prices

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Ticket prices for the train from Homewood to Centralia often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only £25,

If you're thinking of traveling from Homewood to Centralia during September, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £53 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in September, is to book your trip well in advance.

Which train should you take from Homewood to Centralia?

There are 4 train lines with service from Homewood to Centralia. There is only one daily train on each service.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak13h 29m£73.65
Amtrak City of New Orleans13h 29m£58.11
Amtrak Illini Service13h 48m£63.69
Amtrak Saluki13h 47m£51.47
  • 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 Homewood to Centralia every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £74.

  • The City of New Orleans is an Amtrak route that runs daily trains from Chicago to New Orleans and vice versa. The City of New Orleans includes a sightseer lounge with panoramic windows for the best views of the five states along the route. Affordable Coach seats cost about for a trip from Homewood to Centralia. However, the City of New Orleans also offers private roomettes and bedrooms for added comfort and luxury (and a higher price). Passengers who book sleeper accommodations will enjoy included meals, and all passengers can stop into the cafe car to purchase meals and snacks.

  • Since 1973, Amtrak's Illini Service has provided reliable train transportation to 11 Illinois cities. The Illini operates as an evening commuter train from Chicago to Carbondale, while its sister train, the Amtrak Saluki, runs the morning route. Commuters rely on this service as a safe and convenient transportation option every day. Each train offers WiFi and power outlets, plus a cafe car and business class seating. Illini trains meet the highest federal standard for reducing emissions, with up to 90% less greenhouse gas emissions.

  • Since its inception in 2006, the Amtrak Saluki line has offered daily train trips between Chicago and Carbondale. The Amtrak Saluki operates along 500 kilometers of railroad, stopping at numerous midwestern towns like Kankakee, Rantoul, and Effingham. The trains on this line are equipped with onboard WiFi, power outlets, air conditioning, and a cafe car, with the option to upgrade to business class seating. This line is known for using trains that produce 90% fewer carbon emissions than other trains, meaning that your trip is green as well as convenient.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Homewood and Centralia is approximately 223 miles, or 359 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 40 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 29 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.

Trains from Homewood to Centralia are the most crowded on Saturday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Homewood at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. 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 Homewood twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Centralia with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Centralia to Homewood.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Homewood?

Main departure station: 18015 Park Ave

There is one train station in Homewood.

All train stations in Homewood:

  • 18015 Park Ave

Where is the train station in Centralia?

Main arrival station: 110 South Oak St

Centralia has one train station.

Train stations in Centralia:

  • 110 South Oak St

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