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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Kirkwood is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Kirkwood is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Kirkwood?

No, there is no direct train from Alton station to Kirkwood station. However, there are services departing from Alton Station and arriving at Kirkwood Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Alton to Kirkwood?

The distance between Alton and Kirkwood is 39 miles. The road distance is 30.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Kirkwood without a car is to taxi and line 49 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs $40 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Alton to Kirkwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Kirkwood train from?

Alton to Kirkwood train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Alton Station.

Where does the Alton to Kirkwood train arrive?

Alton to Kirkwood train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kirkwood Station.

Can I drive from Alton to Kirkwood?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Kirkwood is 30 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Alton to Kirkwood.

How do I get a train ticket from Alton to Kirkwood?

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Where can I stay near Kirkwood?

There are 572+ hotels available in Kirkwood.

Alton to Kirkwood - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, line 49 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alton to Kirkwood by taxi, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Taxi, line 49 bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Alton to North Hanley Transit Centertaxi
2. Take the bus from North Hanley Transit Center to Kirkwood @ Adams Sbbus 49
1h 24m
$44–52
Drive 30.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Kirkwoodcar 30.1 mi
43 min
$6–8
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alton Station to Kirkwood Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
1h 47m
$22–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alton to Kirkwoodtaxi 30.1 mi
43 min
$65–85

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Alton, IL, USA and Kirkwood, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alton Station to Kirkwood Station once daily. Tickets cost $12–26 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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