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Alton to Kirkwood Train Timetable
Trip Summary
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Alton to Kirkwood. Traveling by train from Alton to Kirkwood usually takes 3 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in one hour and 41 minutes.
| Distance | 24 mi (39 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 41m |
| Lowest price | £7.60 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Alton to Kirkwood?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Alton to Kirkwood. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 3h 4m | £13.72 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Alton to Kirkwood every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £8.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alton to Kirkwood
Sunday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Alton to Kirkwood. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Sunday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Alton at 11:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 13:00. 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 Alton 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood?
Main arrival station: 110 W Argonne Dr
Kirkwood has one train station.
Train stations in Kirkwood:
110 W Argonne Dr
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