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How to get to Macomb by train
| Routes | 7 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Macomb, Illinois?
Train companies serving Macomb
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 84 | 1d 7h 58m | $214.78 |
| Amtrak Carl Sandburg | 8 | 3h 19m | $23.01 |
| Amtrak Illinois Zephyr | 8 | 3h 24m | $28.28 |
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.
The Amtrak Carl Sandburg, named after the Pulitzer-winning author, is a sister service to the Illinois Zephyr. Both operate daily services between Chicago and Quincy with additional stops in Naperville and Kewanee. Whether you buy a coach class or business class ticket, you'll have plenty of legroom and complimentary WiFi, plus access to refreshments at the onboard cafe.
The Illinois Zephyr is a passenger train operated by Amtrak, running between Quincy and Chicago.The Illinois Zephyr and its sister train, the Carl Sandburg, serve one of Amtrak's most popular lines. The train features amenities such as airline-style coach seating, a cafe on board, power outlets, restrooms, and Wi-Fi.
Which train carrier has the best service to Macomb?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Macomb by train with Amtrak Illinois Zephyr giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Carl Sandburg had the most comfortable train service to Macomb taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Carl Sandburg offers. They rate Amtrak Carl Sandburg a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Macomb punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Carl Sandburg has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Macomb, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Macomb is 120 E Calhoun St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Macomb.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Plano | 2h 29m | $25.08 |
| Carbondale | 17h 10m | $105.63 |
| Quincy | 0h 47m | $6.34 |
| Chicago | 3h 26m | $26.06 |
| Galesburg | 0h 41m | $5.88 |
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