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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Alton to Paducah. The train trip from Alton to Paducah is usually about 11 hours and 25 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 6 hours and 43 minutes.
Distance | 152 mi (244 km) |
Fastest train | 6h 43m |
Lowest price | €58.25 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Alton to Paducah?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Alton to Paducah. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 2 | 11h 25m | €58.25 |
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 Paducah every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €58.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alton to Paducah
The distance between Alton and Paducah is approximately 152 miles, or 244 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 hours and 43 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.
Trains departing from Alton to Paducah tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Sunday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Alton at 13:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 23:00. 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. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Paducah 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 Paducah?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 2719 Irvin Cobb Dr
Paducah has one train station.
Train stations in Paducah:
Bus Terminal - 2719 Irvin Cobb Dr
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