There are 2 ways to get from Alton to Jefferson City by car or train
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Alton to Jefferson City is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 35m.
The fastest way to get from Alton to Jefferson City is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $30 - $45.
The distance between Alton and Jefferson City is 355 miles. The road distance is 170.2 miles.
It takes approximately 9h 44m to get from Alton to Jefferson City, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Alton to Jefferson City is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Alton to Jefferson City.
There are 19+ hotels available in Jefferson City.
What companies run services between Alton, MO, USA and Jefferson City, MO, USA?
There is no direct connection from Alton to Jefferson City. However, you can drive to Poplar Bluff Station, take the train to St. Louis, then take the train to Jefferson City Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Alton to Jefferson City in around 3h 35m.
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Poplar Bluff Station to St. Louis
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 41m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $50–110
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from St. Louis to Jefferson City Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $35–80
- Website
- Amtrak
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