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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Seattle King Street Station | Alton Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Alton Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Alton Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Alton Station | No tags |
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Get from Seattle to Alton
The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5730 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 $158
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Alton?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Alton start from $158. The average price for this train route is around $450. 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 Seattle to Alton?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to Alton is 3d 9h, covering a distance of 1708 miles (2755 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle 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 Seattle to Alton?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to Alton at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 4:55pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Alton, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $433To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Alton, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $433 to $1,850 for a train ticket from Seattle to Alton, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $584 which is on 2026-01-14.
