IL → IL · about 67 miles
Alton to Springfield train schedule
Amtrak runs 38 direct trains a week from Alton to Springfield. The fastest takes 54 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:14 AM and the last at 6:21 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 38
- Fastest trip
- 54m
- First train
- 5:14 AM
- Last train
- 6:21 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Alton Amtrak Station and arrives at Springfield. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:14 AM | 6:08 AM | 54m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:21 AM | 8:19 AM | 58m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:56 AM | 10:03 AM | 1h 07m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:39 PM | 4:43 PM | 1h 04m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:21 PM | 7:21 PM | 1h 00m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Alton Where you get off in Springfield 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 Springfield
Return trip: Springfield to Alton
Questions
How long is the train from Alton to Springfield?
The fastest direct train takes 54 minutes; the typical trip is 1 hour 4 minutes.
What time is the first train from Alton to Springfield?
The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM (Daily) and the last at 6:21 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Alton to Springfield?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Alton?
Trains to Springfield leave from Alton Amtrak Station.