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How to get to Alton by train
- Routes
- 30
- Trips per day
- 108
- train lines
- 3
- Stations
- 1
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Station Information
Popular train stations in Alton:
- Multi-Modal Transportation Center
What train companies travel to Alton, IL?
Located in Illinois, Alton is accessible by train from 30 other cities. You can choose from 108 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Alton on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Train companies serving Alton
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 178 | 11 hrs, 7 mins | €116.79 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 10 | 3 hrs, 36 mins | €36.46 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 20 | 4 hrs | €95.74 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Amtrak Lincoln Service is part of Amtrak's Illinois Service, providing rail transport throughout Illinois. The Lincoln Service travels 284 miles between St. Louis and Chicago with nine intermediate stops. Amtrak Lincoln trains offer WiFi connectivity, power sockets, business class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers have the most comfortable journey possible.
Amtrak Texas Eagle is a train service operated by Amtrak that connects to Texas. It links Chicago with the heart of the Lone Star State in San Antonio, going to cities such as St. Louis and Dallas. Onboard amenities include toilets, power sockets, complimentary WiFi, and a designated restaurant car with full meals.
Which train carrier has the best service to Alton?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Alton by train with Amtrak Texas Eagle, giving it a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Texas Eagle had the most comfortable train service to Alton, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Texas Eagle at 5 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Alton punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak Lincoln Service has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Alton, rating it 4.5 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
€4.46 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Alton, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Alton. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Alton was €5.36.
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The main train station in Alton is Multi-Modal Transportation Center. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Alton.
The closest airport to Alton is Alton/St Louis Regional Airport (ALN), located 7.5 miles from the city centre of Alton.
Alton ranks number 11 among the most popular train destinations in Illinois. Alton ranks number 223 among train destinations in the country. Alton ranks number 4 in Illinois by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 63 direct train schedules arriving in Alton each day.
The population of Alton is 27,003. It ranks number 10 by population in Illinois. It ranks number 267 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Alton, under 60 miles, can cost as little as €4.46. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Alton starts at €8.03. A longer trip by train to Alton can be as cheap as €21.43. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €4.46.
People who take the train to Alton are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Alton easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Alton is Multi-Modal Transportation Center, located just 2.4 miles away. Select Multi-Modal Transportation Center as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Alton. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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