How much is the train ticket from Bloomington to Alton?

The cheapest train tickets from Bloomington to Alton start from CLP 14,637. The average price for this train route is around CLP 24,781. 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 CLP 12,807 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bloomington to Alton on April 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
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	4:04pm	Uptown Station	2h 4m	6:08pm	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

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 CLP 14,637, 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 PriceCLP 49,397 - CLP 49,397	Average Duration1h 58m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCLP 14,637 - CLP 66,439	Average Duration2h 1m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5789 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 CLP 14,637

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 CLP 14,637. The average price for this train route is around CLP 24,781. 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.

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

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CLP 12,807

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The cheapest trip from Bloomington, IL to Alton, US was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of CLP 12,807

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 CLP 12,807 to CLP 207,649 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 CLP 12,807 which is on 2026-04-22.

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 PriceCLP 49,397	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 1m	Avg PriceCLP 24,781	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 CLP 24,781 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from CLP 14,637. 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!