Trains tickets from Alton, US to Joliet

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Today6 May
Tomorrow7 May
Thu8 May
from US$43
Fri9 May
from US$52
Sat10 May
from US$29
Sun11 May
Mon12 May
from US$36
Tue13 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Alton
    Departure location: Alton Station
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Joliet
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Alton
    Departure location: Alton Station
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Joliet
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Alton
    Departure location: Alton Station
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Joliet
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Alton
    Departure location: Alton Station
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Joliet
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 May at
    Departure city: Alton
    Departure location: Alton Station
    Arrival time: 8 May at
    Destination city: Joliet
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Alton to Joliet: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$46
Average train trip duration3h 11m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure05:14
Distance211 miles
Latest train departure18:24

Alton to Joliet Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Alton - Joliet

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Alton to Joliet cost?

    The average train ticket price from Alton to Joliet is US$46. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Alton to Joliet is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Alton to Joliet?

    A train trip between Alton and Joliet is around 3h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 211 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Alton and Joliet?

    The number of trains from Alton to Joliet can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Alton to Joliet by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/05
US$36
05/05
US$29
Today
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07/05
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08/05
US$43
09/05
US$52
10/05
US$29
11/05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Alton to Joliet was searched and found on 5 May 2025 with a price of US$29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alton to Joliet as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$198 for a train ticket from Alton to Joliet based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29, which is on 2025-05-10.

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Joliet, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Alton and Joliet, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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