Cheap train tickets from Alton to Dallas
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
Alton to Dallas Train Schedule
Trip Summary
You can pick from 4 daily train trips between Alton and Dallas. The average train journey from Alton to Dallas takes 21 hours and 12 minutes, but some Amtrak Texas Eagle train trips are as short as 17 hours and 32 minutes.
| Distance | 561 mi (904 km) |
| Fastest train | 17h 32m |
| Lowest price | DKK 673.13 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Price trends for trains from Alton to Dallas
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Alton to Dallas?
2 train services operate from Alton to Dallas. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 2 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 23h 8m | DKK 846.20 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 17h 32m | DKK 838.82 |
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 Dallas every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from DKK 705.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Alton to Dallas start from DKK 673, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Dallas. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Alton leaves from Multi-Modal Transportation Center . And in Dallas trains arrive at Union Station - 400 S Houston St .
From Alton to Dallas train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 17 hours and 32 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Dallas on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Alton.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Alton to Dallas
The distance between Alton and Dallas is approximately 561 miles, or 904 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 21 hours and 12 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 17 hours and 32 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 Dallas tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. 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. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Alton to Dallas. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Dallas to Alton.
City Information
Dallas
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Dallas is one of the most vibrant and modern cities in Texas, as well as one of the state's best vacation destinations. While it is one of the foremost business, telecommunications and transportation hubs in the United States, Dallas is also one of the most exciting cities when it comes to culture and nightlife opportunities.
When you are planning a trip to Dallas, make sure you leave time in your schedule to check out some of the city’s world-famous museums. Some must-visits include The Sixth Floor Museum (that commemorates the assassination of John F. Kennedy), the Dallas Museum of Art, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
If you want some fresh air and a feast to the eyes, you must visit the remarkable Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, which boasts one of the best botanical collections in the entire country. And if you are after some tasty grub and good people watching, then head to Stone Street Gardens, a row of restaurants located on a charming red brick strip surrounded with tons of greenery.
Both the main train station in Dallas, the Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station, and the main bus station are located in the heart of the city’s downtown historic district just a few blocks away from each other. That makes it super convenient to travel to Dallas from various places in Texas and the rest of the U.S. or Mexico. The stations’ central location also allows for an easy transfer to and from the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport that is located pretty far outside the city.
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 Dallas?
Image credit: the.urbanophile
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Station - 400 S Houston St
Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station first opened in 1916, and connected Dallas to the United States’ growing rail network. Today, the station offers service on Amtrak’s Texas Eagle line which runs from Chicago to San Antonio. Passengers can also connect to Dallas Area Rapid Transit (or DART) within the station. Located just east of downtown Dallas, Union Station is conveniently close to the Dallas Convention Center, the primary bus station, and several of the area’s main freeways. Parking, restrooms, and vending machines are available at the station, and it’s easy to grab a quick bite at any one of numerous nearby eateries, from fast food joints to steakhouses.
All train stations in Dallas:
Union Station - 400 S Houston St
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Dallas to Alton?
Search Train TicketsPlan your next adventure
More trains from Alton
- Champaign to Chicago Train
DKK 191+
- Train from Champaign to Glenview
DKK 317+
- Train from Chicago to Maricopa
DKK 2,444+
- Train from Chicago to Atlanta
DKK 2,113+
- Train from Chicago to Louisville
DKK 518+
- Chicago to New Orleans
DKK 1,159+
- Train from Chicago to Portland
DKK 3,167+
- Chicago to Detroit Train
DKK 442+
- Train from Chicago to New Buffalo
DKK 126+
- Train from Chicago to Saint Paul
DKK 659+
- Chicago to New York Train
DKK 1,596+
- Train from Chicago to Niagara Falls
DKK 810+
- Train from Chicago to Toledo
DKK 318+
- Chicago to Portland Train
DKK 2,020+
- Train from Chicago to Houston
DKK 2,133+
- Chicago to Green Bay
DKK 400+
- Train from Chicago to Madison
DKK 345+
- Chicago to Milwaukee Train
DKK 180+
Continue by train from Dallas
- Train from Dallas to Birmingham
DKK 3,779+
- Dallas to Tucson
DKK 980+
- Train from Dallas to Miami
DKK 4,179+
- Dallas to Springfield Train
DKK 845+
- Dallas to Louisville
DKK 1,908+
- Train from Dallas to Saint Paul
DKK 1,638+
- Train from Dallas to Charlotte
DKK 3,378+
- Train from Dallas to Las Vegas
DKK 2,505+
- Train from Dallas to Cincinnati
DKK 1,691+
- Train from Dallas to Oklahoma City
DKK 286+
- Dallas to Pauls Valley
DKK 263+
- Train from Dallas to Portland
DKK 3,005+
- Dallas to Austin Train
DKK 185+
- Dallas to Cleburne
DKK 89+
- Dallas to Longview Train
DKK 129+
- Dallas to Marshall Train
DKK 140+
- Train from Dallas to Burlington
DKK 2,993+
Check out these popular routes
- Toronto to Vancouver
DKK 2,993+
- Montreal to Québec Train
DKK 312+
- Québec to Montreal
DKK 307+
- London to Edinburgh Train
DKK 488+
- Train from Irvine to San Diego
DKK 172+
- Train from San Diego to Irvine
DKK 172+
- Washington D.C. to Baltimore Train
DKK 110+
- Chicago to Indianapolis Train
DKK 253+
- Train from Baltimore to Washington D.C.
DKK 68+
- Train from Baltimore to Philadelphia
DKK 371+
- Train from Detroit to Chicago
DKK 439+
- Train from Atlantic City to Philadelphia
DKK 70+
- Train from New York to Poughkeepsie
DKK 255+
- Train from New York to Providence
DKK 775+
- Train from Rensselaer to New York
DKK 393+
- Providence to New Rochelle Train
DKK 924+
- Providence to Syracuse Train
DKK 1,328+
- Seattle to New York Train
DKK 4,421+
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.