Amtrak from Carbondale to Chicago: Cheapest train tickets

Amtrak tickets to Chicago costs between $27 and USD 39.00 each seat.

This $27 train leaves at 16:15 from Carbondale train station at 401 S Illinois Ave.

On the contrary, the train leaving at 03:16 have the most expensive ticket to Chicago for about USD 39.00.

During holidays and peak seasons fares are generally higher.

The train traveling average length from Carbondale to Chicago is around 5h 39m.

Getting Amtrak fastest train from Carbondale, you probably arrive in about 5h 30m in Chicago.

Amtrak does not normally guarantee connections of less than 60 minutes.

Usually 90 minutes between arriving long-distance trains and local trains in the Northeast Corridor.

Sure! But there are several rules you have to comply with and be aware of, so your beloved pet will be able to come with you.

- Dogs and cats up to 20 pounds

- You need to make a prior reservation. There's a maximum of five pets per train, and they're limited to one pet per customer.

- The trip is limited to 7 (seven) hours of total travel time. Multi-ride tickets aren’t allowed.

- The pet carrier you bring can be hard or soft-sided but has to be leakproof and well ventilated for comfort and safety. Maximum weight: 20 pounds. Maximum size: 19" long x 14" wide x 10.5" high.

- Also, the carrier has to be big enough so the pet is able to sit, lie down and remain entirely inside without touching the sides.

- Is allowed in Coach class, but not in First class, non-Acela Business class, bedroom accommodations, or food service cars.

- It’s mandatory to sign a Pet Release and Indemnification Agreement for each travel segment.

- It must be at least eight weeks old, odorless, harmless, not disruptive, and require no attention during travel.

There are two options for purchasing tickets during the trip, is using cash or credit card.

All tickets purchased onboard include a service fee built into the fare and payment must be in cash. Who chose to purchase using a credit card must call the contact center at 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) to complete their payment.

But stay aware that is used in limited situations. For example, when you pay for your tickets in advance of travel and your departure station is closed at the time of departure and no other delivery option exists.

Note that Amtrak have different policies regarding fare types and changes. Find more information on Amtrak page.

For this trip to Chicago, you can get on board at 401 S Illinois Ave.

Moreover, get off the train at Chicago (Union Station), Illinois.

Most Amtrak stations in major cities, and many other stations across the country, are accessible to passengers with a disability.

Call 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245) to ensure that you have the most up-to-date information regarding the accessibility of the stations on your itinerary.

The first train time to Chicago is at 03:16.

The last departure time from Carbondale is at 16:15.

On average you find 3 daily Amtrak Carbondale to Chicago schedules.

Usually, there are 21 train departures every week on this route.

Amtrak operates a large fleet to Chicago.

It is an average of 3 departures per day and 90 trips every month.

Amtrak offer a total of 3 train schedules to Chicago.

Compare all available fares that vary according to comfort, ticket promotions, and availability.

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Keep in mind that in all train departure times from Carbondale have different ticket prices based on fare options.

What is shown on the list is the cheapest fare type still available if Saver, Value, Flexible or Premium.

On this trip, tickets are available starting on $27 and this is the lower trip price you can get on 2024-05-07.

Book your train tickets 14 days in advance with Saver Fares for 20% discount.

On searching for Chicago cheap tickets it may apply. In many routes across the country this is the best method to get trip discounts.

Click here to check on the bus prices for this trip. Going by bus, sometimes, can be the cheapest way to travel between Carbondale and Chicago.