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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 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 $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 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 Wed, Nov 04 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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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 $29 but you can travel from only $17 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.
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The table below shows live departures for Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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42 Pennsylvanian | 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 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 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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