How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Alton cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Alton is $10. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Alton 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 St. Louis to Alton?

A train trip between St. Louis and Alton is around 42m, although the fastest train will take about 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 21 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Alton?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Alton can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Alton by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Alton?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Alton, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train St. Louis to Alton from $5 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Alton on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	42m	5:12am	Alton Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:30am	Gateway Station	42m	5:12am	Alton Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	44m	7:19am	Alton Station	No tags
Train	6:35am	Gateway Station	44m	7:19am	Alton Station	No tags
Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	46m	8:56am	Alton Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:39 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Alton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Alton. The journey takes about 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

42mAverage Duration

21 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $16	Average Duration44m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $35	Average Duration42m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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 $7

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Louis to Alton, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/22

$7

11/23

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Today

$7

11/25

$6

11/26

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11/27

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11/28

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11/29

$5

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Alton, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $5

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

You can expect to pay from $5 to $200 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Alton, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $5 which is on 2025-11-29.

What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to Alton, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time44m	Avg Price$16	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time42m	Avg Price$10	Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between St. Louis and Alton, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $10 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $7. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Alton, US, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to Alton, US in about 42m - that's the fastest way to get there!