What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Alton is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Alton is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Vernon and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Vernon to Alton. However, there are services departing from Mount Vernon and arriving at North County Transit Center via Civic Center Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Mount Vernon to Alton?

The distance between Mount Vernon and Alton is 107 miles. The road distance is 94.8 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Vernon to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Alton without a car is to bus and line 74 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $50 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Mount Vernon to Alton?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Mount Vernon to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Vernon to Alton bus from?

Mount Vernon to Alton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Mount Vernon station.

Where does the Mount Vernon to Alton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mount Vernon to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Vernon to Alton is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Mount Vernon to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 53+ hotels available in Alton.

Mount Vernon to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 74 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mount Vernon to Alton by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Bus, line 74 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mount Vernon to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0185 / ...
2. Take the bus from Civic Center Transit Center to North County Transit Centerbus 74 / ...
2h 50m
$51–74
Drive 94.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Vernon to Altoncar 94.2 mi
1h 43m
$18–25
Bus, line 40 bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Vernon to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0185 / ...
2. Take the bus from Civic Center Transit Center to Riverview Transit Centerbus 40 / ...
3h 17m
$45–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mount Vernon to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0185 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Alton Stationtrain Texas Eagle / ...
3h 18m
$38–62

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Distance: 106 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Mount Vernon, IL, USA and Alton, IL, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Mount Vernon to Alton via Mount Vernon, St Louis Bus Station, Civic Center Transit Center, and North County Transit Center in around 2h 50m.

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