Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Alton Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Union Station | No tags |
Get from Alton to Washington
The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just €104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5756 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 €104
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alton, US to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Alton to Washington start from €104. The average price for this train route is around €150. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Alton to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1137 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alton to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alton to Washington?
The earliest train from Alton to Washington departs at 08:56. And the latest train departs at 08:56.
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 Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 9 Feb 2026 with a price of €113To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alton, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €113 to €748 for a train ticket from Alton, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €113, which is on 2026-02-09.
