Alton, West Virginia
Alton: a city in Upshur County, West Virginia.
About
Alton is a city located in the county of Upshur in the U.S. state of West Virginia.
Quick Facts about Alton
| State | West Virginia (United States) |
| County | Upshur County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.8193,-80.2140 |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 21:30:46 (6th November 2026) |
| Weather | 61℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Alton is located at 38°49'9"N 80°12'50"W (38.8192700, -80.2139700).
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Weather
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
2 to 8 mph W
Friday
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. West wind 2 to 8 mph.
7-Day Forecast
Pringles Mill
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Alton, WV. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 237969 | West Virginia Wesleyan College | Buckhannon (WV) | 26201-2994 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Alton, WV. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WSS | White Sulphur Springs | 315 West Main Street | RAIL |
| CLF | Clifton Forge | 400 Ridgeway Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Alton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| French Creek Post Office | French Creek (WV) | 26218 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Alton, Illinois city in Madison County, Illinois, United States. with a population of 26,049 people.
- Alton, Texas city in Texas. with a population of 18,785 people.
- Alton, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire (United States). with a population of 5,364 people.
Other cities in Upshur County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Upshur County , WV.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhannon | 5,395 | City in Upshur County, West Virginia |