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How to get to Altoona by train
Routes | 17 |
Trips per day | 25 |
train lines | 2 |
Stations | 1 |
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What train companies travel to Altoona, Pennsylvania?
Located in Pennsylvania, Altoona is accessible by train from 17 other cities. You can choose from 25 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Altoona on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Altoona are also available.
Train companies serving Altoona
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 96 | 14h 18m | $164.64 |
Amtrak Pennsylvanian | 14 | 4h 45m | $61.92 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Pennsylvanian runs daily between New York City and Pittsburgh, passing through cities such as Philadelphia and Harrisburg. The trains feature basic amenities such as a cafe car and free onboard WiFi and offer checked baggage service.
Which train carrier has the best service to Altoona?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Altoona by train with Amtrak giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Pennsylvanian had the most comfortable train service to Altoona taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Pennsylvanian offers. They rate Amtrak Pennsylvanian a 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Altoona punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Pennsylvanian has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Altoona, rating them a 4.6 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Altoona is 1231 11th Ave. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Altoona.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Baltimore | 7h 31m | $113.09 |
Lancaster | 3h 46m | $48.58 |
Boston | 12h 8m | $246.71 |
Philadelphia | 5h 16m | $70.44 |
Alexandria | 9h 8m | $146.05 |
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