MO → IL · about 251 miles
Kansas City to Carlinville train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Kansas City to Carlinville. The fastest takes 7 hours 25 minutes; every train leaves at 8:40 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 7h 25m
- Leaves at
- 8:40 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Kansas City and arrives at Carlinville Amtrak Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM | 4:05 PM | 7h 25m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Kansas City Where you get off in Carlinville The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Kansas City
Where the train stops in Carlinville
- Carlinville Amtrak Station Map of Carlinville Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Carlinville to Kansas City
Questions
How long is the train from Kansas City to Carlinville?
The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 25 minutes.
What time is the first train from Kansas City to Carlinville?
Every departure is at 8:40 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Kansas City to Carlinville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Kansas City?
Trains to Carlinville leave from Kansas City Amtrak station.