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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Pomona to Alton. Traveling by train from Pomona to Alton usually takes around 56 hours and 11 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 1561 mi (2513 km) |
Fastest train | 56h 11m |
Lowest price | £256.07 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Pomona to Alton?
2 train services operate from Pomona to Alton. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 2d 8h 11m | £256.86 |
Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 2d 8h 11m | £256.07 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Pomona to Alton every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £257.
The Amtrak Texas Eagle is a 1,306-mile train route from Chicago, Illinois to San Antonio, Texas. Because of the route’s length, the train offers sleeper car options in addition to standard coach seats. Like most Amtrak trains, the Texas Eagle features power outlets at each seat, restrooms in each car, and a cafe car where passengers can purchase food and drinks. A journey from Pomona to Alton on the Texas Eagle usually takes 56 hours and 11 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Pomona and Alton is approximately 1561 miles, or 2513 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 56 hours and 11 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Pomona to Alton on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Pomona at 22:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 22:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Pomona twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Alton faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alton to Pomona.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Pomona?
Main departure station: 100 W Commercial St
There is one train station in Pomona.
All train stations in Pomona:
100 W Commercial St
Where is the train station in Alton?
Main arrival station: Multi-Modal Transportation Center
Alton has one train station.
Train stations in Alton:
Multi-Modal Transportation Center
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