How much does a train ticket from Chicago to Carlinville cost?

The average train ticket price from Chicago to Carlinville is $44. The best way to find train tickets from Chicago to Carlinville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Chicago to Carlinville?

A train trip between Chicago and Carlinville is around 3h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 213 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Chicago and Carlinville?

The number of trains from Chicago to Carlinville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Chicago to Carlinville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Chicago to Carlinville?

When taking the train from Chicago to Carlinville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Chicago to Carlinville from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Carlinville on September 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 49m	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	Cheapest
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	Fastest
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 49m	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Carlinville on September 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	CheapestFastest
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 49m	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Carlinville on September 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	CheapestFastest
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 49m	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Carlinville on September 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	CheapestFastest
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 49m	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Carlinville on September 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	CheapestFastest
9:50am	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 43m	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags
5:20pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 49m	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Carlinville on September 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	Cheapest
		1:52pm	Chicago (Union Station), IL	3h 45m	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	Fastest

Train Chicago to Carlinville: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$44

Average train trip duration3h 45m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure9:50am

Distance215 miles (346 km)

Latest train departure5:20pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,472 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5472 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 $26

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Chicago to Carlinville Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/20

$49

09/21

$49

Today

$41

09/23

$34

09/24

$28

09/25

$41

09/26

$60

09/27

$41

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Carlinville was searched and found on Sep 24, 2025 with a price of $28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Carlinville, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $28 to $195 for a train ticket from Chicago to Carlinville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-09-24.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Carlinville is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Carlinville, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Chicago and Carlinville, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chicago to Carlinville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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