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

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Alton is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $24 - $40.

How far is it from Charleston to Alton?

The distance between Charleston and Alton is 166 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charleston to Alton without a car is to taxi and bus and line 74 bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $130 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Charleston to Alton, including transfers.

Can I drive from Charleston to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Alton is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Charleston to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 57+ hotels available in Alton.

Charleston to Alton - 2 ways to travel via taxi, bus, line 74 bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Charleston to Alton by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus, line 74 bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Charleston to Effinghamtaxi
2. Take the bus from Effingham to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Civic Center Transit Center to North County Transit Centerbus 74 / ...
3h 38m
$136–176
Drive 135.5 mi
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1. Drive from Charleston to Altoncar 135.5 mi
2h 29m
$25–36

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

There is no direct connection from Charleston to Alton. However, you can take the taxi to Effingham, take the bus to St Louis Bus Station, walk to Civic Center Transit Center, take the line 74 bus to North County Transit Center, then take the taxi to Alton. Alternatively, you can drive from Charleston to Alton in around 2h 29m.

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