Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Alton, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Alton
    Destination location: Alton Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Alton
    Destination location: Alton Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Alton
    Destination location: Alton Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Alton
    Destination location: Alton Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 19 at
    Destination city: Alton
    Destination location: Alton Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Washington, DC, US to Alton, US: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$275
Average train trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure10:32am
Distance705 miles (1137 km)
Latest train departure4:05pm

Washington to Alton Train

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

You can expect to pay from $307 to $983 for a train ticket from Washington to Alton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $307 which is on 2025-07-18.

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Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Alton is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Alton, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Washington and Alton, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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