What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Alton is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Alton?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Alton is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from St. Louis to Alton?

The distance between St. Louis and Alton is 232 miles. The road distance is 182.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Alton?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from St. Louis to Alton, including transfers.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Alton is 182 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from St. Louis to Alton.

Where can I stay near Alton?

There are 14+ hotels available in Alton.

St. Louis to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from St. Louis to Alton by train, car, or plane

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Train, drive via Poplar Bluff (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Poplar Bluff Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2. Drive from Poplar Bluff Station to Altoncar
5h 26m
$64–125
Drive 181.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Altoncar 181.3 mi
4h 10m
$34–48
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR)plane STL - JBR
2. Drive from Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR) to Altoncar
5h 30m
$168–506
Train, drive (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Walnut Ridge Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2. Drive from Walnut Ridge Station to Altoncar
6h 33m
$82–162

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR) flights

6Weekly Planes

1h 31mAverage Duration

$149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.7 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Alton, MO, USA?

There is no direct connection from St. Louis to Alton. However, you can take the train to Poplar Bluff Station then drive to Alton. Alternatively, you can drive from St. Louis to Alton in around 4h 10m.

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