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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Alton Station | Summit, IL | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Summit, IL | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Alton to Summit
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Summit. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5806 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 122
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alton, US to Summit, IL by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Alton to Summit?
The cheapest train tickets from Alton to Summit start from PLN 122. The average price for this train route is around PLN 176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alton to Summit?
The average train journey time from Alton to Summit is 3h 35m, covering a distance of 377 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alton to Summit route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alton to Summit?
The earliest train from Alton to Summit 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.
The cheapest trip from Alton, US to Summit, IL was searched and found on 19 May 2026 with a price of PLN 139To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alton, US to Summit, IL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 139 to PLN 425 for a train ticket from Alton, US to Summit, IL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 331, which is on 2026-05-22.
What's the cheapest way to go from Alton, US to Summit, IL?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Alton, US and Summit, 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 PLN 176 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from PLN 122. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Summit, IL, choose the train, as it will take you from Alton, US to Summit, IL in about 3h 35m – that's the fastest way to get there!
