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Railroaders Memorial Museum
Interactive railroad museum with regional exhibits, model trains, and family-friendly displays explaining Altoona's rail heritage.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $70 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, while a train costs an average of $195.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$195 Average price | $70 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 47m Average total duration Fastest 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA:
A bus is $124 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA costing on average $195.
Other travel options to Altoona, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 30m.
Tickets start at around $195 compared to roughly $40 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-154.16. The journey takes 8h 17m versus 3h 34m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Altoona, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 but you can travel from only $70 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.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 15m |
First train 6:53 AM |
Last train 10:03 AM |
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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.
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