How much does a train ticket cost from Philadelphia to Altoona?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Altoona start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Altoona?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Altoona is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 281 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Altoona route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Altoona?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Altoona departs at 12:41. And the latest train departs at 12:42.

Train Philadelphia to Altoona from €42 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 23 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags
08:57	30th Street Station	5h 23m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
		12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 25 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags
08:34	30th Street Station	5h 46m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 26 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
		12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags
08:57	30th Street Station	5h 23m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags
08:57	30th Street Station	5h 23m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
12:41	30th Street Station	4h 31m	17:12	Altoona Station	No tags
08:57	30th Street Station	5h 23m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:27 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Altoona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just €45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 31mAverage duration

281 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€38 - €118	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€45 - €127	Average duration4h 31m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,749 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 €45

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Altoona?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Altoona start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Altoona?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Altoona is 4h 31m, covering a distance of 281 km. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Altoona route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Altoona?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Altoona departs at 12:41. And the latest train departs at 12:42.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

21/01

€42

22/01

€42

Today

€42

24/01

€42

25/01

€42

26/01

€42

27/01

€42

28/01

€42

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of €42

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €42 to €122 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €42, which is on 2026-01-24.