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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Effingham, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Effingham to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 1 hour 48 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5699 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $16
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Effingham to Carbondale 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 Effingham to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Effingham to Carbondale start at $16. The average price for this train route is around $22. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Effingham to Carbondale?
The average train trip from Effingham to Carbondale takes 1h 48m and covers 166 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Effingham to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Effingham to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Effingham to Carbondale departs at 12:01am. The latest train departs at 7:47pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Effingham to Carbondale was searched and found on Jan 1, 2026 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Effingham to Carbondale, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $265 for a train ticket from Effingham to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-04.
