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726 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Fairfax to Altoona

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Cheapest
By car (726 km)
7 h 46 min
726 km.
from $39
Other
Rideshare
7 h 46 min
726 km.
from $9.47
Bus
8 h 48 min
206 km.
from $108.65
Train
8 h 25 min
206 km.
from $309.74
Bus, Train
9 h 51 min
206 km.
from $77.20

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Johnstown-Cambria
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$522.28

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Johnstown Amtrak Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$76.43
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91
Train from 30th Street Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$127.39
Train from Harrisburg to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.75–$242.03

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Washington Union Station to 30th
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$40.76–$484.07

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Vienna Fairfax-Gmu, Orange Line Center Platform to East
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.93–$3.69

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$95.54
Bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$108.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Fairfax to Altoona is to drive which costs $31.52 - $46.74 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fairfax to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Fairfax to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct train between Fairfax and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Fairfax to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Vienna Fairfax-Gmu, Orange Line Center Platform and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Metro Center, Red Line Track 1 Platform, Washington Union Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Fairfax to Altoona?

The distance between Fairfax and Altoona is 303 km. The road distance is 287.1 km.

How do I travel from Fairfax to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Fairfax to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs $45.65 - $532.61 .

How long does it take to get from Fairfax to Altoona?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Fairfax to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairfax to Altoona train from?

Fairfax to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Fairfax to Altoona?

The best way to get from Fairfax to Altoona is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs $45.65 - $532.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $184.78 and takes 8h 48m.

Where does the Fairfax to Altoona train arrive?

Fairfax to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Fairfax to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfax to Altoona is 287 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Fairfax to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 22+ hotels available in Altoona. Prices start at $41.76 per night.
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