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 | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Amtrak Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Alton Station | Amtrak Station | No tags |
Get from Alton to Detroit
The journey takes about 14 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 2 143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5651 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 R 2 143
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alton, US to Detroit, MI by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Alton to Detroit?
The cheapest train tickets from Alton to Detroit start from R 2 143. The average price for this train route is around R 2 571. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alton to Detroit?
The average train journey time from Alton to Detroit is 14h 14m, covering a distance of 710 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alton to Detroit route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Alton to Detroit?
The earliest train from Alton to Detroit departs at 05:14. 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 Detroit, MI was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 051To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alton, US to Detroit, MI as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 051 to R 13 989 for a train ticket from Alton, US to Detroit, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 274, which is on 2025-12-18.
