Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Carbondale and St Louis. The average train journey from Carbondale to St Louis takes 17 hours and 35 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 15 hours and 51 minutes.
Distance | 82 mi (132 km) |
Fastest train | 15h 51m |
Lowest price | DKK 445.09 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Carbondale to St Louis?
The average price for a train ticket from Carbondale to St Louis is DKK 527.09, By booking your trip at least 26 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay DKK 649.21 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Carbondale to St Louis. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 26 days before departure, you can save around DKK 649.21. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from Carbondale to St Louis?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Carbondale to St Louis. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 2 | 17h 35m | DKK 703.46 |
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 Carbondale to St Louis every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 445.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Carbondale and St Louis is approximately 82 miles, or 132 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 35 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 51 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Carbondale to St Louis on Saturday. Tickets for Saturday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Tuesday. Tuesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Carbondale at 1:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00am. 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 Carbondale 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 St Louis to Carbondale.
City Information
Carbondale
Carbondale, one the best vacation destinations in Illinois, is best known for its proximity to Shawnee National Forest and the Garden of the Gods: one of the most Instagrammed sites in the state. This quiet paradise is filled with lush trees bordering miles of hiking trails and scenic drives. The enormous sandstone bluffs in Giant City State Park attract rock climbers and rappellers looking for their next adventure. Boo Rochman Memorial Park offers a unique, family-friendly experience– a park filled with wooden sculptures of dragons, unicorns, wizards, and more. The park’s centerpiece, a massive wood and stone castle, features an elaborate jungle gym with stairs, tunnels, and an ogre or two.
Threaded by Main Street, downtown Carbondale is known for its Historic Town Square and charming, old-school architecture. The whole area is easily walkable, so you can peruse local shops for bike gear, art, vintage clothes, musical instruments, and everything in between. The SIU University Museum is a must-see, with no entry fee and a variety of exhibitions about the history and culture of the region. While in the area, explore Campus Lake and Pulliam Hall clocktower, or catch a football game at Saluki Stadium.
Bus services connect Seattle, Chicago, and Phoenix to Carbondale. Amtrak has multiple lines from the city to Memphis, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The nearest airport is Marion Williamson County Regional.
St Louis
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
St. Louis is one of several major cities in the state of Missouri and it is uniquely located near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers. The city is usually recognized by its most distinctive feature, the Gateway Arch, thanks to which it is the only city in the United States that has a national park in the heart of its downtown district. The Arch is a must-see attraction and you can even take a tram to the top for some incredible views of the St. Louis skyline.
Some of the other truly unique attractions you can visit while you’re in town include the Miniature Museum of Greater St. Louis where you can check out an incredible collection of dolls, dollhouses and vignettes, and the City Museum where you can ride down a 10-story spiral slide (yup, you read that right.) For a great outdoor experience, stop by the gorgeous Missouri Botanical Garden, and then take a stroll through Citygarden where you will find various quirky statues and installations worthy of being featured in your Instagram feed.
Ale enthusiasts would be excited to know that St. Louis is one of the best craft beer cities in the U.S. as well as one of the cheapest drinking cities. That means your party budget could take you a long way. Unsurprisingly, the city is also among the best spring break destinations on a budget.
The main bus and train station in St. Louis, Gateway Station, is located right in the center of downtown, not far from the Gateway Arch, which makes coming in and out of the city a breeze.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Carbondale?
Main departure station: 401 S Illinois Ave
There is one train station in Carbondale.
All train stations in Carbondale:
401 S Illinois Ave
Where is the train station in St Louis?
Image credit: Chris Yunker
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St
Gateway Station opened in 2008 to consolidate St Louis’ transportation services into one central hub. The station’s award-winning design includes a pedestrian walkway with expansive colored glass windows overlooking the train tracks. Perfectly located in the heart of downtown St Louis, the station is surrounded by bars, restaurants, and hotels and is just a few blocks from Busch Stadium and the iconic Gateway Arch. Amenities inside the station include free Wifi, a food court, and a lounge for Amtrak’s First Class passengers. Gateway Station is a major stop for intercity bus service, several Amtrak train lines, and the city’s MetroLink which can connect you with the St Louis Lambert International Airport in just 30 minutes.
All train stations in St Louis:
Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from St Louis to Carbondale?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Carbondale
- Train from Carbondale to San Diego
DKK 3,095+
- Train from Carbondale to Denver
DKK 867+
- Carbondale to Centralia
DKK 28+
- Carbondale to Champaign Train
DKK 90+
- Carbondale to Chicago Train
DKK 232+
- Train from Carbondale to Joliet
DKK 512+
- Train from Carbondale to Macomb
DKK 728+
- Carbondale to Mattoon Train
DKK 113+
- Carbondale to Normal
DKK 518+
- Carbondale to Quincy Train
DKK 762+
- Carbondale to Springfield Train
DKK 509+
- Carbondale to New Orleans
DKK 776+
- Carbondale to Detroit Train
DKK 918+
- Carbondale to Kansas City Train
DKK 794+
- Train from Carbondale to Memphis
DKK 261+
- Carbondale to Seattle Train
DKK 2,190+
- Carbondale to Madison
DKK 755+
Continue by train from St Louis
- Train from St Louis to Atlanta
DKK 2,180+
- Train from St Louis to Carlinville
DKK 74+
- St Louis to Chicago Train
DKK 272+
- Train from St Louis to Effingham
DKK 530+
- St Louis to Kankakee Train
DKK 473+
- St Louis to Peoria Train
DKK 342+
- Train from St Louis to Topeka
DKK 641+
- Train from St Louis to Baltimore
DKK 1,635+
- St Louis to Kansas City Train
DKK 267+
- St Louis to Poplar Bluff Train
DKK 150+
- Train from St Louis to West Glacier
DKK 1,658+
- Train from St Louis to Rochester
DKK 1,093+
- St Louis to Syracuse Train
DKK 1,184+
- St Louis to Cincinnati Train
DKK 998+
- Train from St Louis to Oklahoma City
DKK 883+
- Train from St Louis to Salt Lake City
DKK 1,253+
- St Louis to Richmond Train
DKK 2,114+
- Train from St Louis to Cheyenne
DKK 1,371+
Check out these popular routes
- Ottawa to Toronto Train
DKK 511+
- New Haven to Boston Train
DKK 344+
- Washington D.C. to Baltimore Train
DKK 107+
- Train from Boston to New Haven
DKK 331+
- Portland to Seattle
DKK 3,296+
- Newark to Washington D.C. Train
DKK 769+
- New York to Toronto Train
DKK 989+
- Train from New York to Boston
DKK 740+
- Train from Portland to Seattle
DKK 247+
- Train from Seattle to Los Angeles
DKK 1,090+
- Seattle to Portland Train
DKK 2,124+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more
- Train Tickets
- United States
- Missouri
- St Louis
- Carbondale to St Louis