Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Altoona Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Altoona Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Altoona Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Altoona Station | 30th Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Altoona Station | 30th Street Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Altoona to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £39
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Altoona to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Altoona to Philadelphia start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Altoona to Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Altoona to Philadelphia is 4h 56m, covering a distance of 174 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Altoona to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Altoona to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Altoona to Philadelphia departs at 10:03. And the latest train departs at 10:03.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £37 to £107 for a train ticket from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Altoona and Philadelphia, PA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £39 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £39. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Philadelphia, PA, choose the train, as it will take you from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA in about 4h 56m – that's the fastest way to get there!
