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05/15/2025
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Boston, MA to Altoona, PA by train

The journey from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA by train is 400.92 mi and takes 12 hr 24 min. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:05 AM and the last at 9:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA by train for as little as $85.72 or as much as $325.13. The best price for this journey is $85.72.

Lowest Price $85.72
Journey Duration 12 hr 24 min
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price $85.72
Highest Price $325.13
First Departure 1:05 AM
Last Departure 9:30 PM
Distance 400.92 mi
Departure Boston, MA
Arrival Altoona, PA
Carriers Amtrak

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA

The cheapest Boston, MA - Altoona, PA train tickets can be found for as low as $89.90 if you’re lucky, or $166.11 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $234.11.

Find the best day to travel to Altoona, PA by train

When travelling to Altoona, PA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Amtrak from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA
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Boston, MA to Altoona, PA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
45.17kg
Bus
48.39kg
Flight
129.04kg
Car
103.23kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA are 45.17kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA? By taking the train between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA you will save 83.87kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.22kg compared to a bus and 58.06kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA?
A train ticket from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA is $124.28. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $85.72.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA is $85.72. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA by train?
Boston, MA to Altoona, PA is 400.92 mi.
How long does the train between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA take?
Boston, MA to Altoona, PA is on average 12 hr 24 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 10 hr 34 min.
How many train connections per day go from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA?
Boston, MA to Altoona, PA has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA leave?
The earliest train from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA departs at 1:05 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA depart?
The latest train from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA departs at 9:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $85.72 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Boston, MA to Altoona, PA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA is 10 hr 34 min.
Is there a direct train from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Boston, MA and Altoona, PA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Boston, MA to Altoona, PA by train?
The train journey from Boston, MA to Altoona, PA creates 45.17kg of CO2 emissions.