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Carlinville to Alton Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 3 daily train trips between Carlinville and Alton. The average train journey from Carlinville to Alton takes 29 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 24 minutes.

Distance31 mi (51 km)
Fastest train0h 24m
Lowest price$6.00
Trains per day3
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Texas Eagle
Train lines3

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for trains from Carlinville to Alton

(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)

4.5

4.0

Melissa

June 24, 2019- Vacation

Amtrak Lincoln Service

Pros: i always enjoy the scenery n the peacefullness considering its a train. Cons: the carlinville station needs wifi...i cant alwys afford 2 have my phone on, as do Im sure many others, n i have no way 2 communicate 2 my rides when im actually there or if i was 2 have an emergency i wouldnt b able 2 contact anyone. Tips: yes as a matter of fact...passengers should wake up n b more aware that its a train...not a trash can...n have enough respect AND curtosy 2 throw their trash away or take it w em INSTEAD of just leavn it n the cubby pocket behind another seat *smh*.

5.0

Melissa

June 10, 2019- Vacation

Amtrak Lincoln Service

Pros: friendly staff. Cons: carlinville station needs wifi...as i have no phone only wifi i was forced 2 walk cause i couldnt contact my ride.

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Which train should you take from Carlinville to Alton?

There are 3 train lines with service from Carlinville to Alton. There is only one daily train on each service.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak10h 25m$12.33
Amtrak Lincoln Service10h 27m$8.83
Amtrak Texas Eagle10h 35m$11.13

  • 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 Carlinville to Alton every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $9.

  • 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.

  • Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Carlinville to Alton start from $7, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Alton. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Carlinville leaves from 128 Alton Rd . And in Alton trains arrive at Multi-Modal Transportation Center .

    From Carlinville to Alton train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 0 hours and 35 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alton faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 0 hours and 24 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Alton on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Texas Eagle scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Carlinville.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Carlinville to Alton

The distance between Carlinville and Alton is approximately 31 miles, or 51 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 24 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Alton.

Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Carlinville to Alton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Carlinville at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 9:00pm. 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 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Carlinville to Alton.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Alton to Carlinville.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Carlinville?

Main departure station: 128 Alton Rd

There is one train station in Carlinville.

All train stations in Carlinville:

  • 128 Alton Rd

Where is the train station in Alton?

Main arrival station: Multi-Modal Transportation Center

Alton has one train station.

All train stations in Alton:

  • Multi-Modal Transportation Center

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