What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to Cairo?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Cairo is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to Cairo?

The fastest way to get from Alton to Cairo is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from Alton to Cairo?

The distance between Alton and Cairo is 179 miles. The road distance is 168.9 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to Cairo without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to Cairo without a car is to train and bus and taxi which takes 4h 59m and costs $110 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Alton to Cairo?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Alton to Cairo, including transfers.

Can I drive from Alton to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Cairo is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Alton to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are four+ hotels available in Cairo.

Alton to Cairo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and line 74 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Alton to Cairo by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, bus, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Alton Station to St. Louistrain
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Cape Girardeaubus
3. Take the taxi from Cape Girardeau to Cairotaxi
4h 59m
$115–159
Drive 167.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Cairocar 167.9 mi
3h 18m
$31–45
Line 74 bus, bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Civic Center Transit Centerbus 74 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Cape Girardeaubus
3. Take the taxi from Cape Girardeau to Cairotaxi
5h 10m
$130–168

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Distance: 177.8 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Alton, IL, USA and Cairo, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Alton to Cairo. However, you can take the taxi to Alton Station, take the train to St. Louis, walk to St Louis Bus Station, take the bus to Cape Girardeau, then take the taxi to Cairo. Alternatively, you can drive from Alton to Cairo in around 3h 18m.

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