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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Water St SB and Govt | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Water St SB and Govt | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Water St SB and Govt | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Mobile to Carbondale
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Carbondale. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 433, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 926
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mobile to Carbondale by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Mobile to Carbondale?
The cheapest train tickets from Mobile to Carbondale start from R 1 926. The average price for this train route is around R 2 590. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mobile to Carbondale?
The average train journey time from Mobile to Carbondale is 20h 43m, covering a distance of 790 km. The quickest train can get you there in 20h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Mobile to Carbondale route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Mobile to Carbondale?
The earliest train from Mobile to Carbondale departs at 06:30. And the latest train departs at 06:30.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mobile to Carbondale was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 842To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mobile to Carbondale as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 842 to R 8 302 for a train ticket from Mobile to Carbondale based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 483, which is on 2026-02-02.
