What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Ozark to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Ozark to Alton is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Ozark to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Lake Ozark to Alton is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Lake Ozark to Alton?

The distance between Lake Ozark and Alton is 196 miles. The road distance is 176.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lake Ozark to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Ozark to Alton without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h 40m and costs $150 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Lake Ozark to Alton?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Lake Ozark to Alton, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lake Ozark to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Ozark to Alton is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Lake Ozark to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 54+ hotels available in Alton.

Lake Ozark to Alton - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lake Ozark to Alton by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Lake Ozark to Jefferson City Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Alton Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
4h 40m
$159–235
Drive 175.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Ozark to Altoncar 175.7 mi
3h 14m
$33–47
Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the taxi from Lake Ozark to Jefferson Citytaxi
2. Take the bus from Jefferson City to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
5h 47m
$162–216

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Distance: 195 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Lake Ozark, MO, USA and Alton, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lake Ozark to Alton. However, you can take the taxi to Jefferson City Station, take the train to Alton Station, then take the taxi to Alton. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Jefferson City, 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.

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