TX → IL · about 836 miles
San Antonio to Carlinville train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from San Antonio to Carlinville. The fastest takes 26 hours 35 minutes; every train leaves at 6:48 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 26h 35m
- Leaves at
- 6:48 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Antonio Amtrak Station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:48 AM | 9:23 AM +1 day | 26h 35m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in San Antonio Where you get off in Carlinville The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in San Antonio
Where the train stops in Carlinville
- Carlinville Amtrak Station Map of Carlinville Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Carlinville to San Antonio
Questions
How long is the train from San Antonio to Carlinville?
The fastest direct train takes 26 hours 35 minutes; the typical trip is 26 hours 35 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Antonio to Carlinville?
Every departure is at 6:48 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from San Antonio to Carlinville?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Antonio?
Trains to Carlinville leave from San Antonio Amtrak Station.