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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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 | Homewood, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Cheapest | |||||
| Homewood, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Fastest | |||||
| Homewood, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | |||||
| Homewood, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | |||||
| Homewood, IL | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Homewood to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 4 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5631 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 $42
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Homewood, IL 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 Homewood to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Homewood to Carbondale start at $42. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Homewood to Carbondale?
The average train trip from Homewood to Carbondale takes 4h 49m and covers 447 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Homewood to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Homewood to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Homewood to Carbondale departs at 8:56am. The latest train departs at 8:54pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Homewood, IL to Carbondale was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Homewood, IL to Carbondale, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $323 for a train ticket from Homewood, IL to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-11.
What's the cheapest way to go from Homewood, IL to Carbondale?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Homewood, IL and Carbondale is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $79 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $42. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Carbondale, choose the train, as it will take you from Homewood, IL to Carbondale in about 4h 49m —that's the fastest way to get there!
