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| 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 | Harrisburg, PA | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Altoona Station | Harrisburg, PA | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Altoona to Harrisburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5636 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 £25
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Altoona to Harrisburg by train
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How much does a train ticket cost from Altoona to Harrisburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Altoona to Harrisburg start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £25. 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 Harrisburg?
The average train journey time from Altoona to Harrisburg is 2h 52m, covering a distance of 82 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Altoona to Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg?
The earliest train from Altoona to Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Altoona to Harrisburg as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £23 to £69 for a train ticket from Altoona to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Altoona to Harrisburg?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Altoona and Harrisburg is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £25 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £25. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Harrisburg, choose the train, as it will take you from Altoona to Harrisburg in about 2h 50m – that's the fastest way to get there!
