The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 31 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Altoona, PA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
16:424h30Philadelphia, PA21:12Altoona, PA£381One-way0 changes
16:414h31Philadelphia, PA21:12Altoona, PA£1131One-way0 changes
16:424h30Philadelphia, PA21:12Altoona, PA£381One-way0 changes
16:414h31Philadelphia, PA21:12Altoona, PA£1131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £38.
Distance: 281 km
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£61 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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43 Pennsylvanian | 12:42 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 4h30 | 17:12 Altoona Station, Altoona, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 281 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 8:34 |
Last train 13:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Altoona, PA from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Altoona, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Altoona, PA
Most Philadelphia, PA to Altoona, PA trains use the 30th Street Station to Altoona Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Altoona, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Philadelphia, PA station do trains to Altoona, PA leave from?
Getting to 30th Street Station from Philadelphia city centre
30th Street Station is 1 km from Philadelphia city centre. Public transport options include:
30th Street Station train station facilities and services
30th Street Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bridgewater's Pub, The Porch at 30th Street Station
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at 30th Street Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at 30th Street Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at 30th Street Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at 30th Street Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at 30th Street Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel, The Study at University City.
Which Altoona, PA station do trains from Philadelphia, PA arrive at?
Getting to Altoona Station from Altoona city centre
Altoona Station train station facilities and services
Altoona Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Altoona Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Altoona Station. Information desks are located in the enclosed waiting area.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Altoona Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Altoona Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Fairfield Inn & Suites Altoona, Wingate by Wyndham Altoona, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Altoona.
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