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

The cheapest way to get from Missouri to Alton is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Missouri to Alton is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Missouri and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Missouri station to Alton. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at North County Transit Center via Civic Center Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Missouri and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Missouri to Alton station. However, there are services departing from Metro Center and arriving at Alton Station via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

How far is it from Missouri to Alton?

The distance between Missouri and Alton is 274 miles. The road distance is 252.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Missouri to Alton without a car is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Missouri to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Alton bus from?

Missouri to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Missouri to Alton train from?

Missouri to Alton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train or bus from Missouri to Alton?

The best way to get from Missouri to Alton is to bus which takes 5h 19m and costs $65 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $220 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Missouri to Alton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Missouri to Alton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Missouri to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Missouri to Alton is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Missouri to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 58+ hotels available in Alton.

Missouri to Alton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
5h 19m
$69–113
Drive 251 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kansas City to Altoncar 251 mi
4h 21m
$46–67
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Alton Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
8h 9m
$110–213

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Distance: 272.8 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

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. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Kansas City to Alton Station once daily. Tickets cost $95–210 and the journey takes 6h 57m.

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