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Railroaders Memorial Museum
Interactive railroad museum with regional exhibits, model trains, and family-friendly displays explaining Altoona's rail heritage.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 1 trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA, including 1 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 10 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 19 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 10 h 19 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.

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Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $130 (€109) but you can travel from only $69 (€58) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 10:03. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 8h 15m.
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The table below shows live departures for Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 10:53 AM Fredericksburg, VA | 10h19 | 9:12 PM Altoona, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA with Amtrak. Night trains available on this route with Amtrak. High-speed trains available on this route with Amtrak. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Interactive railroad museum with regional exhibits, model trains, and family-friendly displays explaining Altoona's rail heritage.
Small historic house museum inside Baker Mansion featuring artifacts and exhibits on Blair County history and local families.
Community art center with rotating exhibitions, classes, and local creative programming in downtown Altoona.
Large hilltop urban park with overlooks, trails, picnic areas, and broad views of Altoona and surrounding ridges.
Scenic overlook and war memorial area offering one of the best panoramic viewpoints across Altoona.
Revitalized downtown corridor with historic storefronts, theaters, galleries, and an easy walk through Altoona's urban core.
Pennsylvania Dutch chicken pot pie is a thick noodle stew, not a pastry pie, with chicken, potatoes, and broad noodles. It is a regional comfort classic in central Pennsylvania.
Shoofly pie is a classic Pennsylvania Dutch dessert made with molasses crumb filling in pastry. Its deep sweet flavor makes it a hallmark treat across the region.
Whoopie pies are soft chocolate cake sandwiches filled with sweet cream filling. They are strongly associated with Pennsylvania Dutch baking traditions.
Well-known local spot for classic Pennsylvania and American comfort food, especially breakfast and homestyle plates, in a relaxed setting.
Long-running Italian restaurant serving pasta, seafood, and steaks in a traditional dining room popular for family meals and special occasions.
Casual brewpub known for house beers, burgers, and hearty American fare in a lively, social setting near downtown Altoona.
More affordable than major US cities; hotels, meals, and local transport usually cost less, making Altoona a practical choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or up to 10% at cafes if there is table service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredericksburg, VA 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.

Most Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA trains use the Fredericksburg Station to Altoona Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Fredericksburg, VA and Altoona, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fredericksburg Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Fredericksburg Station.
Ticket office support is available at Fredericksburg Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Fredericksburg Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fredericksburg Station: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
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 options are available at Altoona Station.
Ticket office support is available at Altoona Station. Information desks are located in the enclosed waiting area.
Available at Altoona Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Altoona Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Fairfield Inn & Suites Altoona, Wingate by Wyndham Altoona, Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Altoona.
Check train stations information for Fredericksburg, VA and Altoona, PA, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.