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Trip Summary
3 trains operate daily from St Louis to Carlinville. The train trip from St Louis to Carlinville is usually about one hour and 12 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as one hour and 10 minutes.
Distance | 48 mi (78 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 10m |
Lowest price | TRY 354.82 |
Trains per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
Train lines | 3 |
Train service from St Louis to Carlinville
- Amtrak tickets: TRY 355 one-way
- Amtrak Lincoln Service tickets: TRY 355 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: TRY 355 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from St Louis to Carlinville?
The average price for a train ticket from St Louis to Carlinville is TRY 387.07, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 1 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 TRY 215.15 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from St Louis to Carlinville?
There are 3 train lines with service from St Louis to Carlinville. There is only one daily train on each service.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 1h 10m | TRY 587.06 |
Amtrak Lincoln Service | 1 | 1h 11m | TRY 367.72 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 1h 13m | TRY 442.23 |
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 St Louis to Carlinville every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from TRY 355.
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 St Louis to Carlinville start from TRY 355, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Carlinville. Amtrak Texas Eagle in St Louis leaves from Gateway Station - 430 S 15th St . And in Carlinville trains arrive at 128 Alton Rd .
From St Louis to Carlinville train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 1 hours and 13 minutes. If you are looking to get to Carlinville faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 1 hours and 10 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from St Louis to Carlinville are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs St Louis at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 2:00pm. 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 St Louis to Carlinville.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlinville to St Louis.
City Information
St Louis
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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 St Louis?
Image credit: Chris Yunker
Link to image attributionMain departure 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
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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