IL → TX · about 808 miles
Alton to San Antonio train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Alton to San Antonio. The fastest takes 28 hours 16 minutes; every train leaves at 6:30 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 28h 16m
- Leaves at
- 6:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alton Amtrak Station and arrives at San Antonio Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 PM | 10:46 PM +1 day | 28h 16m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alton Where you get off in San Antonio The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Alton
- Alton Amtrak Station Map of Alton Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in San Antonio
Return trip: San Antonio to Alton
Questions
How long is the train from Alton to San Antonio?
The fastest direct train takes 28 hours 16 minutes; the typical trip is 28 hours 16 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alton to San Antonio?
Every departure is at 6:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alton to San Antonio?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alton?
Trains to San Antonio leave from Alton Amtrak Station.