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You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Joliet and Alton. The average train journey from Joliet to Alton takes 3 hours and 17 minutes, but some Amtrak Lincoln Service train trips are as short as 3 hours.
| Distance | 213 mi (343 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 0m |
| Lowest price | $24.00 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Lincoln Service |
| Train lines | 3 |
Average score for trains from Joliet to Alton
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
I travel on alot of trips. But have never gotten a. chance at a free trip. Kinda bummed.
4.0
The spacious seat which reclined. The assigned seating made finding a spot easy. Loved sitting in the dining area with the sideways seats so I had a wonderful view.
Over the past month, a train ticket between Joliet and Alton cost $45.95, on average. This is a great bargain given the length of the route. Booking your trip at least 27 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $27.61 more.
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Joliet to Alton will range from $27 to $157. If you're planning to travel by train to Alton in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Joliet you can find in the next 7 days is $30. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Joliet to Alton. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 27 days before departure, you can save around $27.61. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
There are 3 train lines with service from Joliet to Alton. Amtrak Lincoln Service is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 3h 18m | $54.75 |
| Amtrak Lincoln Service | 3 | 3h 16m | $48.35 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 3h 21m | $73.18 |
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 Joliet to Alton every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $24.
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 Joliet to Alton start from $36, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Alton. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Joliet leaves from Gateway Center . And in Alton trains arrive at Multi-Modal Transportation Center .
From Joliet to Alton train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 3 hours and 21 minutes. If you are looking to get to Alton faster, Amtrak Texas Eagle offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 3 hours and 0 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 Joliet.
The distance between Joliet and Alton is approximately 213 miles, or 343 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 17 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours,
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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Joliet to Alton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Tuesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Joliet at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Joliet to Alton.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alton to Joliet.
Image credit: David Wilson
Link to image attributionJoliet is the third-largest city in Illinois and a suburb about 35 miles outside of Chicago. Most striking in Joliet is its limestone architecture, which you can see in the 40-room Jacob Henry Mansion and Post Office, built in 1876 and 1903, respectively. The Rialto Square Theatre is another historic building where many musicals, concerts, and comedy shows perform each week. Aside from its history, Joliet has gorgeous natural spaces, including the Forest Preserve District, perfect for fishing and hiking, and the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie, where 27 protected bison live.
Roll the dice at the Hollywood Casino and Hotel for an epic night out in Joliet. If you prefer to fill your stomach instead of emptying your wallet, choose from several on-site dining options in the hotel. Downtown Joliet is also known for its culinary opportunities, from fine dining at Juliet's Tavern to quick bites at Joliet Route 66 Diner.
Amtrak's Lincoln Service from St. Louis and the Texas Eagle from San Antonio stop in Joliet on their routes to Chicago. The quick trip to Chicago makes it easy to connect to many of Amtrak's other train lines, plus additional bus routes beyond the ones offered by Tornado Bus and El Expreso Bus directly to Joliet.
There is one train station in Joliet.
Gateway Center
Alton has one train station.
Multi-Modal Transportation Center
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