How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Alton?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Alton start from $16. The average price for this train route is around $22. 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 Bloomington to Alton?

The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Alton is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 126 miles (204 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Bloomington to Alton route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Alton at 9:16am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Train Bloomington to Alton from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on June 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on July 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	9:36pm	Alton Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	9:36pm	Alton Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on July 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	9:36pm	Alton Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on July 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	9:36pm	Alton Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	Fastest
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	9:36pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on July 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	Cheapest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	11:59am	Uptown Station	1h 58m	1:57pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	7:28pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	9:36pm	Alton Station	No tags

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on July 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:16am	Uptown Station	1h 56m	11:12am	Alton Station	CheapestFastest
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	4:22pm	Uptown Station	2h 8m	6:30pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	No tags
Train	9:19pm	Uptown Station	2h 1m	11:20pm	Alton Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 AM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Bloomington to Alton

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Alton. The journey takes about 2 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

2h 1mAverage Duration

126 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$16 - $54	Average Duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,833 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5833 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 $16

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bloomington, IL 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 Bloomington to Alton?
The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Alton start from $16. The average price for this train route is around $22. 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 Bloomington to Alton?
The average train ride duration from Bloomington to Alton is 2h 1m, covering a distance of 126 miles (204 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Bloomington to Alton route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Bloomington to Alton?
The earliest train departs from Bloomington to Alton at 9:16am. And the latest train departs at 9:19pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/28

$44

06/29

$14

Today

$14

07/01

$14

07/02

$14

07/03

$14

07/04

$14

07/05

$37

The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Alton, US was searched and found on Jun 29, 2026 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $262 for a train ticket from Bloomington, IL to Alton, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-07-01.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bloomington, IL to Alton, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1h 58m	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 1m	Avg Price$22	Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Bloomington, IL 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 $22 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $16. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Alton, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Bloomington, IL to Alton, US in about 1h 58m - that's the fastest way to get there!