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Trip Summary
You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Alton and Maricopa. The average train journey from Alton to Maricopa takes 52 hours and 21 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
| Distance | 1283 mi (2066 km) |
| Fastest train | 52h 21m |
| Lowest price | $234.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Alton to Maricopa?
2 train services operate from Alton to Maricopa. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 2d 4h 21m | $475.00 |
| Amtrak Texas Eagle | 1 | 2d 4h 21m | $234.00 |
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 Alton to Maricopa every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $475.
Amtrak Texas Eagle train tickets from Alton to Maricopa start from $234, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Texas Eagle schedules to Maricopa. Amtrak Texas Eagle in Alton leaves from Multi-Modal Transportation Center . And in Maricopa trains arrive at 44605 W Mercado St .
From Alton to Maricopa train travel on Amtrak Texas Eagle takes 52 hours and 21 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Alton and Maricopa is approximately 1283 miles, or 2066 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 52 hours and 21 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.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Alton to Maricopa on Wednesday. Tickets for Wednesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Alton at 6:00pm 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.
Trains leave the station in Alton twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Maricopa faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Maricopa 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 Maricopa?
Main arrival station: 44605 W Mercado St
Maricopa has one train station.
All train stations in Maricopa:
44605 W Mercado St
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