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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 Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Altoona, PA will cost around €90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 3 trains from Newark, NJ to Altoona, PA, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct trains cover the 357 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 3 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest trains will take 7 h 6 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 Newark, NJ to Altoona, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €66 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 12:50. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (357 km) distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 221 miles (357 km) |
Average train duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €66 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 33m |
First train 7:00 AM |
Last train 12:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Altoona, PA trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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641 · 8693 | 7:14 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h06 | 2:20 PM Altoona Station, Altoona, PA | 1 transfer | |
1143 · 43 | 10:21 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 6h51 | 5:12 PM Altoona Station, Altoona, PA | 1 transfer | |
43 | 11:09 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 6h03 | 5:12 PM Altoona Station, Altoona, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ to Altoona, PA trains use the Newark Penn Station to Altoona Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Newark, NJ and Altoona, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Newark Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Forno's of Spain, Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Penn Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Newark Penn Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Newark Penn Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Penn Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station, Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown.
Newark Airport Amtrak is 4 km from Newark city centre. Public transport options include:
Newark Airport Amtrak has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Newark Airport Amtrak. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Newark Airport Amtrak: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott, Hilton Newark Airport, Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel.
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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