What is the cheapest way to get from Lee's Summit to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Lee's Summit to Alton is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lee's Summit to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Lee's Summit to Alton is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Lee's Summit and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Lee's Summit to Alton. However, there are services departing from On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound and arriving at North County Transit Center via Kansas City Bus Station and Civic Center Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Lee's Summit and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Lee's Summit station to Alton station. However, there are services departing from Lee's Summit Station and arriving at Alton Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Lee's Summit to Alton?

The distance between Lee's Summit and Alton is 287 miles. The road distance is 245.7 miles.

How do I travel from Lee's Summit to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Lee's Summit to Alton without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs $100 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Lee's Summit to Alton?

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Lee's Summit to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lee's Summit to Alton bus from?

Lee's Summit to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lee's Summit to Alton train from?

Lee's Summit to Alton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Lee's Summit Station.

Train or bus from Lee's Summit to Alton?

The best way to get from Lee's Summit to Alton is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs $100 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $120 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Lee's Summit to Alton bus arrive?

Lee's Summit to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the Lee's Summit to Alton train arrive?

Lee's Summit to Alton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Alton Station.

Can I drive from Lee's Summit to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Lee's Summit to Alton is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Lee's Summit to Alton.

How do I get a train ticket from Lee's Summit to Alton?

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Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 58+ hotels available in Alton.

Lee's Summit to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 550 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Lee's Summit to Alton by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Lee's Summit Station to Alton Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
6h 27m
$101–197
Drive 244.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lee's Summit to Altoncar 244.3 mi
4h 19m
$45–65
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
6h 57m
$66–116
Line 550 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from On 350 Hwy And Chipman Southbound to On 13Th Between Charlotte & Holmes Wbbus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane MCI - STL
4h 35m
$135–665

Kansas City (MCI) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) flights

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1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 285 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Lee's Summit, MO, USA and Alton, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Lee's Summit Station to Alton Station once daily. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 6h 21m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 4h.

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