IL → IL · about 188 miles
Rantoul to Carbondale train schedule
Amtrak runs 9 direct trains a week from Rantoul to Carbondale. The fastest takes 3 hours 25 minutes; the first train leaves at 10:20 AM and the last at 6:08 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 9
- Fastest trip
- 3h 25m
- First train
- 10:20 AM
- Last train
- 6:08 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Rantoul Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:20 AM | 1:45 PM | 3h 25m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:08 PM | 9:35 PM | 3h 27m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Rantoul Where you get off in Carbondale The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Rantoul
- Rantoul Amtrak Map of Rantoul Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Carbondale
- Carbondale Train Station Map of Carbondale Train Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Carbondale to Rantoul
Questions
How long is the train from Rantoul to Carbondale?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
What time is the first train from Rantoul to Carbondale?
The earliest departure is at 10:20 AM (Daily) and the last at 6:08 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Rantoul to Carbondale?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Rantoul?
Trains to Carbondale leave from Rantoul Amtrak.