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Trip Summary
There are 4 daily trains from Alton to New Buffalo. Traveling by train from Alton to New Buffalo usually takes around 9 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 8 hours and 8 minutes.
Distance | 270 mi (435 km) |
Fastest train | 8h 8m |
Lowest price | DKK 333.82 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Price trends for trains from Alton to New Buffalo
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Alton to New Buffalo?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Alton to New Buffalo. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 4 | 9h 16m | DKK 529.87 |
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 4 Amtrak trains from Alton to New Buffalo every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 334.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Alton and New Buffalo is approximately 270 miles, or 435 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 9 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 8 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 from Alton to New Buffalo are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Alton at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 07:00. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New Buffalo 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 New Buffalo?
Main arrival station: 226 N Whittaker St
New Buffalo has one train station.
Train stations in New Buffalo:
226 N Whittaker St
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