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Trip Summary
There are 5 daily trains from Alton to Lincoln. Traveling by train from Alton to Lincoln usually takes around one hour and 26 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Lincoln Service train can make the trip in one hour and 22 minutes.
| Distance | 97 mi (157 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 22m |
| Lowest price | £9.53 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Lincoln Service |
| Train lines | 3 |
Train service from Alton to Lincoln
- Amtrak tickets: £10 one-way
- Amtrak Lincoln Service tickets: £10 one-way
- Amtrak Texas Eagle tickets: £14 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Alton to Lincoln?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Alton to Lincoln was £12.46. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Lincoln if you book your train tickets at least 28 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra £5.29.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next 30 days, the average cost of a one-way train trip from Alton to Lincoln will vary between £10 and £24. Planning a train trip to Lincoln within the upcoming week? The cheapest train ticket you can find from Alton over the next 7 days is £11. Make sure to book your trip as soon as possible as train fares tend to go up as you get closer to your travel date.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
If you want to score the best deal, you should plan to book your train trip online on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time. If you do that, your train ticket to Lincoln from Alton will be about £5.29 cheaper compared to what you would pay if you book at the last minute.
Which train should you take from Alton to Lincoln?
There are 3 train lines with service from Alton to Lincoln. Amtrak Lincoln Service is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 30m | £15.85 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 3 | 1h 23m | £12.49 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 1h 33m | £19.77 |
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 Alton to Lincoln every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £10.
Amtrak Lincoln Service is part of Amtrak's Illinois Service, providing rail transportation throughout Illinois. The Lincoln Service travels 284 miles between St. Louis and Chicago with nine intermediate stops. Amtrak Lincoln trains offer WiFi connectivity, power outlets, business class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers have the most comfortable journey possible.
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 Alton to Lincoln on the Texas Eagle usually takes 1 hours and 33 minutes, which is best spent enjoying the incredible scenery along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Alton to Lincoln on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Alton at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 18:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Alton to Lincoln.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Lincoln to Alton.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Alton?
Main departure station: Multi-Modal Transportation Center
There is one train station in Alton.
All train stations in Alton:
Multi-Modal Transportation Center
Where is the train station in Lincoln?
Main arrival station: 101 N Chicago St
Lincoln has one train station.
Train stations in Lincoln:
101 N Chicago St
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