Train from St. Louis to Alton, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from St. Louis to Alton on 11 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to Alton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Alton. The journey takes about 42 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
42mAverage duration
21 milesDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£13 - £13Average duration44m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£7 - £13Average duration42m
3kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to Alton, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from St. Louis to Alton?

    The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Alton start from £7. The average price for this train route is around £7. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from St. Louis to Alton?

    The average train journey time from St. Louis to Alton is 42m, covering a distance of 21 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 42m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Alton route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from St. Louis to Alton?

    The earliest train from St. Louis to Alton departs at 04:30. And the latest train departs at 17:40.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to Alton, US was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £6

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to Alton, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £6 to £95 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Alton, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £6, which is on 2025-12-11.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Alton, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between St. Louis and Alton, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £7 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £7. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Alton, US, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Alton, US in about 42m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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