How long is the journey from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL by train?
The journey from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL covers a distance of 244.2 mi. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 6 h 20 min. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 4 h 25 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
At what time of the day can I travel from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL?
If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL, which usually leaves at 05:14. The last scheduled departure of the day is normally at 08:43. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.
What are the stations on the Alton, IL to Chicago, IL route?
You will be able to leave Alton, IL by using stations such as Alton, IL, Alton, IL station and Alton Station. These connect you to stations including Chicago, IL, Chicago Union Station and Union Station in Chicago, IL. Check carefully before making a booking. Some or all of these stations will appear on the route, depending on the transport provider you use for your trip. Check carefully to see which route your chosen transport provider follows, to see if it passes through a station that is convenient for your needs. It may be necessary to make a short journey between stations either in Alton, IL or in Chicago, IL, for your convenience while traveling.
How many daily journeys are there from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL?
You will be able to travel from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL using companies such as Amtrak. Combined, these providers offer an average of 2 journeys each day. This average figure may not necessarily reflect your chosen travel dates. On certain days of the week, there may be more or less journeys available. At the busiest times, there will be up to 6 departures available in a single day. You can choose to travel from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL using both direct and indirect routes. These options will help you find a journey that suits your budget, your time frame, and the circumstances of your trip. There are, on average, 1 direct connections from Alton, IL to Chicago, IL each day. Indirect connections add more possibilities, giving you extra flexibility when traveling. In an average day, you will find 1 journeys with at least one change. These figures may vary at certain times of year, and some routes might not run every day of the week.
