How much is the train ticket from Carlinville to Alton?

The cheapest train tickets from Carlinville to Alton start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Carlinville to Alton?

The average train ride duration from Carlinville to Alton is 27m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest train can get you there in 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Carlinville to Alton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carlinville to Alton?

The earliest train departs from Carlinville to Alton at 1:33pm. And the latest train departs at 9:09pm.

Train Carlinville to Alton from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Carlinville to Alton on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	24m	1:57pm	Alton Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:33pm	Carlinville, IL	24m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	31m	6:08pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	5:37pm	Carlinville, IL	31m	6:08pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	9:09pm	Carlinville, IL	27m	9:36pm	Alton Station	No tags

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Get from Carlinville to Alton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 27 minutes and with fares starting at just $9, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

27mAverage Duration

29 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $9

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Carlinville to Alton, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Carlinville to Alton?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlinville to Alton start from $9. The average price for this train route is around $11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlinville to Alton?
The average train ride duration from Carlinville to Alton is 27m, covering a distance of 29 miles (47 km). The quickest train can get you there in 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Carlinville to Alton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Carlinville to Alton?
The earliest train departs from Carlinville to Alton at 1:33pm. And the latest train departs at 9:09pm.

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The cheapest trip from Carlinville to Alton, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $8

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

You can expect to pay from $8 to $202 for a train ticket from Carlinville to Alton, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-12-16.