What is the cheapest way to get from Alton to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Alton to St. Louis is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alton to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Alton to St. Louis is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct train between Alton and St. Louis?

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

How far is it from Alton to St. Louis?

The distance between Alton and St. Louis is 30 miles. The road distance is 21.9 miles.

How do I travel from Alton to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Alton to St. Louis without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $17 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Alton to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Alton to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alton to St. Louis train from?

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

Where does the Alton to St. Louis train arrive?

Alton to St. Louis train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at St. Louis station.

Can I drive from Alton to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Alton to St. Louis is 22 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Alton to St. Louis.

How do I get a train ticket from Alton to St. Louis?

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Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 526+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Alton to St. Louis - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, line 74 bus, and car

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Alton Station to St. Louistrain Texas Eagle / ...
1h 1m
$18–30
Drive 21.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alton to St. Louiscar 21.8 mi
30 min
$4–6
Taxi, line 74 bus
1. Take the taxi from Alton to North County Transit Centertaxi
2. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to 14Th Street @ Pine Sbbus 40 / ...
1h 9m
$33–38
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alton to St. Louistaxi 21.8 mi
30 min
$50–60

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Distance: 29.3 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Alton, IL, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Alton Station to St. Louis 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–18 and the journey takes 55 min.

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