Train from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Alton to Bloomington on 26 April
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Alton Station
Uptown StationCheapestFastest
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Alton to Bloomington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Bloomington. The journey takes about 1 hour 53 minutes and with fares starting at just MX$286, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
1h 53mAverage duration
204 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceMX$963 - MX$963Average duration1h 53m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceMX$286 - MX$963Average duration1h 53m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Alton to Bloomington start from MX$286. The average price for this train route is around MX$576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Alton to Bloomington?

    The average train journey time from Alton to Bloomington is 1h 53m, covering a distance of 204 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Alton to Bloomington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alton to Bloomington?

    The earliest train from Alton to Bloomington departs at 05:14. And the latest train departs at 18:21.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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22/04
MX$250
23/04
MX$250
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MX$250
25/04
MX$357
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MX$250
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MX$250
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL was searched and found on 22 Apr 2026 with a price of MX$250

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

You can expect to pay from MX$250 to MX$4,047 for a train ticket from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MX$250, which is on 2026-04-26.

What's the cheapest way to go from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Alton, US and Bloomington, IL is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost MX$576 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MX$286. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Bloomington, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Alton, US to Bloomington, IL in about 1h 53m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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