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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Paoli to Altoona per day. The average train journey from Paoli to Altoona takes 4 hours and 20 minutes, but some Amtrak Pennsylvanian train trips are as short as 4 hours.
Distance | 157 mi (252 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 0m |
Lowest price | HRK 267.22 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Pennsylvanian |
Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Paoli to Altoona?
The average price for a train ticket from Paoli to Altoona is HRK 267.22, Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. By booking your trip at least 17 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay HRK 414.89 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Paoli to Altoona?
2 train services operate from Paoli to Altoona. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 5h 16m | HRK 562.56 |
Amtrak Pennsylvanian | 1 | 4h 0m | HRK 345.20 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Paoli to Altoona every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from HRK 563.
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. A trip from Paoli to Altoona takes about 4 hours and 0 minutes on the Pennsylvanian.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Paoli and Altoona is approximately 157 miles, or 252 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Paoli to Altoona on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Sunday. Sunday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Paoli at 9:00am and arrives in Altoona around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Altoona with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Altoona to Paoli.
City Information
Paoli
Paoli is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of around 5,600 people. Paoli is located in Chester County and is one of the recommended places to live in Pennsylvania. There are numerous restaurants, coffee shops, and parks in Paoli.
Wilson Farm Park is the top-rated park in Paoli, PA. The park is a fantastic play area for kids of all ages. Two sets of jungle gyms are located near one other, and two more are spread out across the park. There are also a number of picnic tables and benches available to sit on. In addition, you can find basketball courts as well as numerous soccer and baseball fields in the park.
Paoli has restaurants for everyone. From excellent Italian and Greek (Trattoria San Nicola and The Olive Tree) to mouthwatering steak houses like the Great American Pub.
SEPTA is a regional public transportation organization that serves almost 4 million people in five counties by providing bus, commuter rail, rapid transit, electric trolleybus services, and light rail. Main transport is via services like the Amtrak Keystone Service and Amtrak Pennsylvanian, which come from Exton, Ardmore, and Coatesville to Paoli and continue to cities like Chicago.
Altoona
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Link to image attributionAltoona is a central Pennsylvania city located deep in the Alleghany Mountains, with prominent landmarks that appeal to art and history buffs and rail fans. The Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark is a popular engineering site, while Altoona features skiable mountains with challenging slopes at Blue Knob and locations for mountain biking, tennis, swimming, and golf. Train fans can also check out the Railroaders Memorial Museum, while other landmarks include the Cathedral of Blessed Sacrament, Mishler Theatre, and Jaffa Shrine Center. Families can visit Lakemont Park with roller coasters, picnic spaces, and water slides.
Beer lovers will enjoy Altoona for its breweries and festivals, like the Annual Beer Wine Spirits Festival, Rails & Ales Brewfest, and the Annual Tyrone Hops & Vines Festivals. The city is always bustling with things to do, like live music shows, spoken word nights, yoga, and flower workshops. There are also several breweries to visit and bustling nightlife in the downtown area.
Hop on an Amtrak train or Amtrak Thruway bus to get to the city from anywhere in the country. Within Altoona, the Altoona Metro Transit provides bus and paratransit services to residents.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Paoli?
Main departure station: 13 Lancaster Ave
There is one train station in Paoli.
All train stations in Paoli:
13 Lancaster Ave
Where is the train station in Altoona?
Main arrival station: 1231 11th Ave
Altoona has one train station.
All train stations in Altoona:
1231 11th Ave
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