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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 | 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 go from Altoona to Philadelphia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5636 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $50
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Altoona to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Altoona to Philadelphia start from $50. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Altoona to Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Altoona to Philadelphia is 4h 56m, covering a distance of 174 miles (281 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Altoona to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Altoona to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Altoona to Philadelphia at 10:03am. And the latest train departs at 10:03am.
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 Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $48To 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 $48 to $139 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 $48 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 $51 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $50. 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!
