How much does a train ticket from Alton to Chicago cost?

The average train ticket price from Alton to Chicago is $56. The best way to find train tickets from Alton to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Alton to Chicago?

A train trip between Alton and Chicago is around 4h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 242 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Alton and Chicago?

The number of trains from Alton to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Alton to Chicago by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Chicago?

Once in Chicago, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art, Willis Tower (Sears Tower), Chicago Shakespeare Theater on Navy Pier, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo.

Trains from Alton, US to Chicago | Amtrak

Train Alton to Chicago: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$56

Average train trip duration4h 19m

Number of daily trains4

Earliest train departure5:14am

Distance244 miles (392 km)

Latest train departure6:24pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,074 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5074 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $27.00

Amtrak Alton Chicago recent customer reviews

It was quiet and there was plenty of leg room

Rosa L.

November 5, 2023

Very good

Bonnie K.

July 5, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

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Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Alton and Chicago is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Chicago.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Chicago, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Alton and Chicago, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Alton to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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