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 | Union Station | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Altoona Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Altoona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 £72
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Altoona 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 Washington to Altoona?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Altoona start from £72. The average price for this train route is around £147. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Altoona?
The average train journey time from Washington to Altoona is 7h 52m, covering a distance of 134 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Altoona route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Altoona?
The earliest train from Washington to Altoona departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 10:20.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Altoona was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of £141To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Altoona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £141 to £231 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £141, which is on 2025-12-13.
