TX → IL · about 766 miles
San Marcos to Alton train schedule
Amtrak runs 10 direct trains a week from San Marcos to Alton. The fastest takes 24 hours 34 minutes; every train leaves at 8:22 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 10
- Fastest trip
- 24h 34m
- Leaves at
- 8:22 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Marcos Amtrak and arrives at Alton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:22 AM | 8:56 AM +1 day | 24h 34m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in San Marcos Where you get off in Alton The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in San Marcos
- San Marcos Amtrak Map of San Marcos Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Alton
- Alton Amtrak Station Map of Alton Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Alton to San Marcos
Questions
How long is the train from San Marcos to Alton?
The fastest direct train takes 24 hours 34 minutes; the typical trip is 24 hours 34 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Marcos to Alton?
Every departure is at 8:22 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from San Marcos to Alton?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Marcos?
Trains to Alton leave from San Marcos Amtrak.