What is the cheapest way to get from Jefferson City to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Jefferson City to Alton is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jefferson City to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Jefferson City to Alton is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Jefferson City and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Jefferson City to Alton. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City and arriving at North County Transit Center via Civic Center Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Jefferson City and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Jefferson City station to Alton station. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City Station and arriving at Alton Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Jefferson City to Alton?

The distance between Jefferson City and Alton is 152 miles. The road distance is 133.1 miles.

How do I travel from Jefferson City to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Jefferson City to Alton without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Jefferson City to Alton?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Jefferson City to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jefferson City to Alton bus from?

Jefferson City to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Jefferson City station.

Where do I catch the Jefferson City to Alton train from?

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

Train or bus from Jefferson City to Alton?

The best way to get from Jefferson City to Alton is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $110 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Jefferson City to Alton bus arrive?

Jefferson City to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the Jefferson City to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jefferson City to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Jefferson City to Alton is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Jefferson City to Alton.

How do I get a train ticket from Jefferson City to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 54+ hotels available in Alton.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Alton Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
3h 54m
$57–109
Drive 132.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jefferson City to Altoncar 132.4 mi
2h 32m
$25–35
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Jefferson City to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
5h 3m
$65–101

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Distance: 150.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Jefferson City Station to Alton Station once daily. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Jefferson City to St Louis Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $25–50 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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