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

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

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Average ticket price$266
Average train trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure10:32am
Distance705 miles (1137 km)
Latest train departure4:05pm

Washington to Alton Train

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Alton, US was searched and found on Sep 5, 2025 with a price of $264

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

You can expect to pay from $264 to $1,982 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Alton, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $264 which is on 2025-09-05.

About Train Travel

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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Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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