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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 | Homewood, IL | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Homewood, IL | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Homewood, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Homewood, IL | No tags | ||||
| Train | Carbondale (Amtrak), IL | Homewood, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to Homewood
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Homewood. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5632 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $37
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carbondale to Homewood, IL by train
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How much is the train ticket from Carbondale to Homewood?
The cheapest train tickets from Carbondale to Homewood start from $37. The average price for this train route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carbondale to Homewood?
The average train ride duration from Carbondale to Homewood is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 278 miles (447 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Carbondale to Homewood route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carbondale to Homewood?
The earliest train departs from Carbondale to Homewood at 3:16am. And the latest train departs at 4:15pm.
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 Homewood, IL was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $43To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carbondale to Homewood, IL, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $252 for a train ticket from Carbondale to Homewood, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-10.
What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to Homewood, IL?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Carbondale and Homewood, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $67 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $37. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Homewood, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Carbondale to Homewood, IL in about 4h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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