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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from Pontiac to Carlinville. The train trip from Pontiac to Carlinville is usually about 2 hours and 10 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Texas Eagle train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 7 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (207 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 7m |
| Lowest price | $20.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Pontiac to Carlinville
- Amtrak tickets: $20 one-way
- Amtrak Lincoln Service tickets: $20 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: $24 one-way
Which train should you take from Pontiac to Carlinville?
There are 3 train lines with service from Pontiac to Carlinville. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 2h 10m | $29.00 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 1 | 2h 15m | $25.89 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 2h 7m | $61.50 |
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 Pontiac to Carlinville every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $20.
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.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Pontiac to Carlinville start from $24, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Carlinville. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Pontiac leaves from 721 W Washington St . And in Carlinville trains arrive at 128 Alton Rd .
From Pontiac to Carlinville train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 2 hours and 7 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Carlinville on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Pontiac.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Pontiac to Carlinville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Pontiac at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Pontiac to Carlinville.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlinville to Pontiac.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Pontiac?
Main departure station: 721 W Washington St
There is one train station in Pontiac.
All train stations in Pontiac:
721 W Washington St
Where is the train station in Carlinville?
Main arrival station: 128 Alton Rd
Carlinville has one train station.
All train stations in Carlinville:
128 Alton Rd
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