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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Elkhart Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Elkhart Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Elkhart Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Elkhart Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Elkhart Station | No tags |
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Get from Carbondale to Elkhart
The journey takes about 15 hours 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5754 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $134
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carbondale to Elkhart by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to Elkhart?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Elkhart start at $134. The average price for this train route is around $173. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Carbondale to Elkhart?
The average train trip from Carbondale to Elkhart takes 15h 54m and covers 521 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Carbondale to Elkhart route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carbondale to Elkhart?
The earliest train from Carbondale to Elkhart departs at 3:18am. The latest train departs at 7:30am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carbondale to Elkhart was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carbondale to Elkhart, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $100 to $715 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Elkhart based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2026-02-03.
