IL → TX · about 922 miles
Alton to Sanderson train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Alton to Sanderson. The fastest takes 37 hours 57 minutes; every train leaves at 6:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 37h 57m
- Leaves at
- 6:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alton Amtrak Station and arrives at Sanderson 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 | 8:27 AM +2 day | 37h 57m | Tue, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alton Where you get off in Sanderson 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 Sanderson
- Sanderson Amtrak Map of Sanderson Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Sanderson to Alton
Questions
How long is the train from Alton to Sanderson?
The fastest direct train takes 37 hours 57 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alton to Sanderson?
Every departure is at 6:30 PM (Tue, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Alton to Sanderson?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alton?
Trains to Sanderson leave from Alton Amtrak Station.