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 | Lancaster, PA | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Lancaster, PA | Altoona Station | No tags |
Get from Lancaster to Altoona
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 668, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5725 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 R 668
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US to Altoona by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Altoona?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Altoona start from R 668. The average price for this train route is around R 668. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Altoona?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Altoona is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 185 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Altoona 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 Lancaster to Altoona?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Altoona departs at 13:52. And the latest train departs at 13:52.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Altoona was searched and found on 10 Jan 2026 with a price of R 626To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster, PA, US to Altoona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 626 to R 1 826 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 626, which is on 2026-01-11.
