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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Carlinville to Joliet. The train trip from Carlinville to Joliet is usually about 2 hours and 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 2 hours and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 182 mi (292 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 41m |
| Lowest price | $20.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Carlinville to Joliet
- Amtrak tickets: $20 one-way
- Amtrak Lincoln Service tickets: $20 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: $29 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Carlinville to Joliet?
The average price for a train ticket from Carlinville to Joliet is $26.00, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 29 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 $43.68 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Carlinville to Joliet?
There are 3 train lines with service from Carlinville to Joliet. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 2h 41m | $50.77 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 1 | 2h 53m | $41.75 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 3h 26m | $104.82 |
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 Carlinville to Joliet 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 Carlinville to Joliet start from $29, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Joliet. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Carlinville leaves from 128 Alton Rd . And in Joliet trains arrive at Gateway Center .
From Carlinville to Joliet train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 3 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Joliet faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 41 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Joliet on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Carlinville.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains departing from Carlinville to Joliet tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Carlinville at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 Carlinville twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Joliet 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 Joliet to Carlinville.
City Information
Joliet
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionJoliet is the third-largest city in Illinois and a suburb about 35 miles outside of Chicago. Most striking in Joliet is its limestone architecture, which you can see in the 40-room Jacob Henry Mansion and Post Office, built in 1876 and 1903, respectively. The Rialto Square Theatre is another historic building where many musicals, concerts, and comedy shows perform each week. Aside from its history, Joliet has gorgeous natural spaces, including the Forest Preserve District, perfect for fishing and hiking, and the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, where 27 protected bison live.
Roll the dice at the Hollywood Casino and Hotel for an epic night out in Joliet. If you prefer to fill your stomach instead of emptying your wallet, choose from several on-site dining options in the hotel. Downtown Joliet is also known for its culinary opportunities, from fine dining at Juliet's Tavern to quick bites at Joliet Route 66 Diner.
Amtrak's Lincoln Service from St. Louis and the Texas Eagle from San Antonio stop in Joliet on their routes to Chicago. The quick trip to Chicago makes it easy to connect to many of Amtrak's other train lines, plus additional bus routes beyond the ones offered by Tornado Bus and El Expreso Bus directly to Joliet.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Carlinville?
Main departure station: 128 Alton Rd
There is one train station in Carlinville.
All train stations in Carlinville:
128 Alton Rd
Where is the train station in Joliet?
Main arrival station: Gateway Center
Joliet has one train station.
All train stations in Joliet:
Gateway Center
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