Train from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Alton to Bloomington on 6 January
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Alton Station
Uptown StationCheapestFastest
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:16 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Alton to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 hour 52 minutes and with fares starting at just R 372, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
1h 52mAverage duration
204 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 912 - R 912Average duration1h 53m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 372 - R 912Average duration1h 52m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Alton to Bloomington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Alton to Bloomington start from R 372. The average price for this train route is around R 458. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Alton to Bloomington is 1h 52m, covering a distance of 204 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Alton to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Alton to Bloomington departs at 05:14. And the latest train departs at 18:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03/01
R 338
04/01
R 338
Today
R 338
06/01
R 338
07/01
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08/01
R 338
09/01
R 507
10/01
R 287
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 287

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

You can expect to pay from R 287 to R 3 307 for a train ticket from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 287, which is on 2026-01-10.

What's the cheapest way to go from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Alton, US and Bloomington, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 458 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 372. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL in about 1h 52m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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