How much is the train ticket from Altoona to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Altoona to Washington start from R 1 323. The average price for this train route is around R 2 354. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Altoona to Washington?

The average train journey time from Altoona to Washington is 7h 44m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 22m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Altoona to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Altoona to Washington departs at 10:03. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

Train Altoona to Washington from R 1 144 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Altoona to Washington on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 22m	17:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 22m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Altoona to Washington on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 22m	17:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 22m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Altoona to Washington on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 22m	17:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 22m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Altoona to Washington on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 26m	17:29	Union Station	CheapestFastest
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 26m	17:29	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Altoona to Washington on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:03	Altoona Station	7h 26m	17:29	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	10:03	Altoona Station	7h 26m	17:29	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	12:50	Altoona Station	8h 14m	21:04	Union Station	No tags
	10:03	Altoona Station	7h 44m	17:47	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	12:50	Altoona Station	8h 14m	21:04	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:27 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Altoona to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 323, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

7h 44mAverage duration

216 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 114 - R 4 496	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 323 - R 5 297	Average duration7h 44m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 323

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Altoona to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Altoona to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Altoona to Washington start from R 1 323. The average price for this train route is around R 2 354. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Altoona to Washington?
The average train journey time from Altoona to Washington is 7h 44m, covering a distance of 216 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Altoona to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Altoona to Washington?
The earliest train from Altoona to Washington departs at 10:03. And the latest train departs at 10:03.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 1 733

25/01

R 2 729

Today

R 1 144

27/01

R 1 455

28/01

No data

29/01

R 1 455

30/01

R 2 255

31/01

R 2 059

The cheapest trip from Altoona to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 144

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 144 to R 10 736 for a train ticket from Altoona to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 455, which is on 2026-01-27.