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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Elkhart to Alliance. Traveling by train from Elkhart to Alliance usually takes 5 hours and 36 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 258 mi (416 km) |
| Fastest train | 5h 36m |
| Lowest price | $71.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Capitol Limited |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Elkhart to Alliance?
Amtrak Capitol Limited is the one and only train line which connects Elkhart to Alliance. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Capitol Limited | 1 | 5h 36m | $95.00 |
Passing through seven states, 16 cities, and various National Parks, Amtrak Capitol Limited connects Washington D.C. and Chicago, on 750 miles of railroad. Taking over 17 hours for a complete trip, these trains offer various overnight accommodations and feature panoramic observation cars where passengers can enjoy exceptional scenery. The trains include various options for food; however, WiFi connectivity is not available onboard due to the rural nature of the route.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Elkhart and Alliance is approximately 258 miles, or 416 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 36 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 Elkhart to Alliance tend to have the most passengers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. 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 Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Elkhart at 9:00pm and arrives in Alliance around 5 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Alliance with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Alliance to Elkhart.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Elkhart?
Main departure station: 131 Tyler Ave
There is one train station in Elkhart.
All train stations in Elkhart:
131 Tyler Ave
Where is the train station in Alliance?
Main arrival station: 820 East Main St
Alliance has one train station.
All train stations in Alliance:
820 East Main St
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