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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Alton Station | Effingham, IL | No tags | |||||
| Alton Station | Effingham, IL | No tags | |||||
| Alton Station | Effingham, IL | No tags | |||||
| Alton Station | Effingham, IL | No tags | |||||
| Alton Station | Effingham, IL | No tags |
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Get from Alton to Effingham
The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$401, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Alton, US to Effingham: Trip Overview
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Based on 5563 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 US$401
Alton to Effingham Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Alton, US - Effingham
How much does a cheap train ticket from Alton to Effingham cost?
The average train ticket price from Alton to Effingham is US$401. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Alton to Effingham 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!
How long is the train trip from Alton to Effingham?
A train trip between Alton and Effingham is around 14h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 14h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 139 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Alton and Effingham?
The number of trains from Alton to Effingham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Alton to Effingham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Alton to Effingham?
When taking the train from Alton to Effingham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Effingham, 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 Effingham, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
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.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
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
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