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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Altoona Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Back Bay Station | Altoona Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Altoona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 10 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just €115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5749 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €115
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Altoona by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to Altoona?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Altoona start from €115. The average price for this train route is around €205. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Altoona?
The average train journey time from Boston to Altoona is 10h 57m, covering a distance of 646 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to Altoona route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to Altoona?
The earliest train from Boston to Altoona departs at 06:05. And the latest train departs at 06:25.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Altoona was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €176To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Altoona as early as possible.