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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 | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Altoona Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Altoona Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Altoona Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Altoona Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Baltimore to Altoona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 6 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 489, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5747 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 1 489
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Altoona?
The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Altoona start from R 1 489. The average price for this train route is around R 2 750. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Baltimore to Altoona?
The average train journey time from Baltimore to Altoona is 6h 44m, covering a distance of 208 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Baltimore to Altoona route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Baltimore to Altoona?
The earliest train from Baltimore to Altoona departs at 09:20. And the latest train departs at 11:04.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Altoona was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 886To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Baltimore to Altoona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 886 to R 3 922 for a train ticket from Baltimore to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 886, which is on 2026-01-23.
