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Railroaders Memorial Museum
Interactive railroad museum with regional exhibits, model trains, and family-friendly displays explaining Altoona's rail heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$34
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$34
Fastest journey on Sep 20
2 h 29 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
2 h 29 m
Trains on Sep 20
1
Distance
136 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 1 trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 136 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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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42Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, while a bus costs an average of $35.
Distance: 84 miles (136 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA costing on average $35 (€29).
Other travel options to Altoona, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 41m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-10.93 (€-8.93). The journey takes 2h 29m versus 1h 51m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
42 | 7:30 AM Pittsburgh Station, Pittsburgh, PA | 2h29 | 9:59 AM Altoona Station, Altoona, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 17:26. The fastest train covers the 84 miles (136 km) distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 84 miles (136 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 7:30 AM |
Last train 5:26 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pittsburgh, PA 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 Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA trains use the Pittsburgh Station to Altoona Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Pittsburgh, PA and Altoona, PA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pittsburgh Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Commoner, Union Standard
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Pittsburgh Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pittsburgh Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pittsburgh Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pittsburgh Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pittsburgh Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Drury Plaza Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown, The Westin Pittsburgh, Omni William Penn 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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