MS → IL · about 379 miles
Jackson to Carbondale train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Jackson to Carbondale. The fastest takes 9 hours 33 minutes; every train leaves at 5:40 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 9h 33m
- Leaves at
- 5:40 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Jackson and arrives at Carbondale. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:40 PM | 3:13 AM +1 day | 9h 33m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Jackson Where you get off in Carbondale The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Jackson
- Jackson Union Station Map of Jackson Union Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Carbondale
- Carbondale Train Station Map of Carbondale Train Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Carbondale to Jackson
Questions
How long is the train from Jackson to Carbondale?
The fastest direct train takes 9 hours 33 minutes.
What time is the first train from Jackson to Carbondale?
Every departure is at 5:40 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Jackson to Carbondale?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Jackson?
Trains to Carbondale leave from Jackson Union Station.