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Trip Summary
4 trains operate daily from Carlinville to Lincoln. The train trip from Carlinville to Lincoln is usually about one hour and 3 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Lincoln Service train can get you there in as little as 58 minutes.
| Distance | 66 mi (106 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 58m |
| Lowest price | $10.00 |
| Trains per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Texas Eagle |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Carlinville to Lincoln
- Amtrak tickets: $10 one-way
- Amtrak Lincoln Service tickets: $12 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: $10 one-way
Which train should you take from Carlinville to Lincoln?
There are 3 train lines with service from Carlinville to Lincoln. Amtrak Texas Eagle is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 3m | $13.33 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 1 | 0h 58m | $12.00 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 2 | 1h 6m | $62.00 |
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 Lincoln every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $10.
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 Lincoln start from $10, and on average cost . Daily there are 2 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Lincoln. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Carlinville leaves from 128 Alton Rd . And in Lincoln trains arrive at 101 N Chicago St .
From Carlinville to Lincoln train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 1 hours and 6 minutes. If you are looking to get to Lincoln faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 58 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers 2 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Lincoln.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trains from Carlinville to Lincoln are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
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.
There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Carlinville to Lincoln.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lincoln to Carlinville.
City Information
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 Lincoln?
Main arrival station: 101 N Chicago St
Lincoln has one train station.
All train stations in Lincoln:
101 N Chicago St
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