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Get from Pontiac to Centralia
The journey takes about 10 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 214, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5807 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 214
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pontiac, IL to Centralia, IL, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Pontiac to Centralia?
The cheapest train tickets from Pontiac to Centralia start from PEN 214. The average price for this train route is around PEN 294. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pontiac to Centralia?
The average train journey time from Pontiac to Centralia is 10h 52m, covering a distance of 165 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 8h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pontiac to Centralia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pontiac to Centralia?
The earliest train from Pontiac to Centralia departs at 07:31. And the latest train departs at 11:38.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Pontiac, IL to Centralia, IL, US was searched and found on 21 May 2026 with a price of PEN 203To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Pontiac, IL to Centralia, IL, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 203 to PEN 2,284 for a train ticket from Pontiac, IL to Centralia, IL, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 203, which is on 2026-05-27.
