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

The cheapest way to get from Alton to Missouri is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alton to Missouri is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Alton and Missouri?

No, there is no direct bus from Alton to Missouri station. However, there are services departing from North County Transit Center and arriving at Kansas City Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Alton and Missouri?

No, there is no direct train from Alton station to Missouri. However, there are services departing from Alton Station and arriving at Metro Center via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Alton to Missouri?

The distance between Alton and Missouri is 276 miles. The road distance is 252 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alton to Missouri without a car is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Alton to Missouri, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to Missouri bus from?

Alton to Missouri bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Alton to Missouri train from?

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

Train or bus from Alton to Missouri?

The best way to get from Alton to Missouri is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $65 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Alton to Missouri bus arrive?

Alton to Missouri bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the Alton to Missouri train arrive?

Alton to Missouri train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Alton to Missouri?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Missouri is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Alton to Missouri.

Where can I stay near Missouri?

There are 520+ hotels available in Missouri.

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There are 3 ways to get from Alton to Missouri by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
6h 12m
$68–113
Drive 250.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to Kansas Citycar 250.6 mi
4h 20m
$46–67
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Alton Station to Kansas Citytrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
7h 10m
$105–222

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Distance: 274.3 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Alton Station to Kansas City once daily. Tickets cost $95–210 and the journey takes 6h 52m.

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