IL → TX · about 794 miles
Carlinville to San Marcos train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Carlinville to San Marcos. The fastest takes 26 hours 13 minutes; every train leaves at 5:55 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 26h 13m
- Leaves at
- 5:55 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Carlinville Amtrak Station and arrives at San Marcos Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM | 8:08 PM +1 day | 26h 13m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Carlinville Where you get off in San Marcos The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Carlinville
- Carlinville Amtrak Station Map of Carlinville Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in San Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: San Marcos to Carlinville
Questions
How long is the train from Carlinville to San Marcos?
The fastest direct train takes 26 hours 13 minutes; the typical trip is 26 hours 13 minutes.
What time is the first train from Carlinville to San Marcos?
Every departure is at 5:55 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Carlinville to San Marcos?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Carlinville?
Trains to San Marcos leave from Carlinville Amtrak Station.