IL → TX · about 766 miles
Alton to San Marcos train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from Alton to San Marcos. The fastest takes 25 hours 38 minutes; every train leaves at 6:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 25h 38m
- Leaves at
- 6:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alton Amtrak Station and arrives at San Marcos Amtrak. 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 | 8:08 PM +1 day | 25h 38m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alton Where you get off in San Marcos 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 Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: San Marcos to Alton
Questions
How long is the train from Alton to San Marcos?
The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 38 minutes; the typical trip is 25 hours 38 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alton to San Marcos?
Every departure is at 6:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alton to San Marcos?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alton?
Trains to San Marcos leave from Alton Amtrak Station.