Trains tickets from Altoona to Washington, DC, US

TodayJul 31
TomorrowAug 1
SatAug 2
from $142
SunAug 3
from $204
MonAug 4
TueAug 5
from $110
WedAug 6
from $110
ThuAug 7

Trains leaving Saturday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Altoona
    Departure location: Altoona Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Altoona
    Departure location: Altoona Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Altoona
    Departure location: Altoona Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Altoona
    Departure location: Altoona Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: Altoona
    Departure location: Altoona Station
    Arrival time: August 2 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Altoona to Washington.

Average Price$57 - $244Average Duration12h
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$80 - $381Average Duration8h 22m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Altoona to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 8 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just $80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
8h 22mAverage Duration
$80Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Altoona to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$142
Average train trip duration8h 22m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure10:03am
Distance134 miles (216 km)

Altoona to Washington Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07/29
$165
07/30
$165
Today
$87
08/01
No data
08/02
$136
08/03
$209
08/04
$88
08/05
$105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Altoona to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jul 31, 2025 with a price of $87

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Altoona to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $87 to $715 for a train ticket from Altoona to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-08-04.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Altoona to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Altoona and Washington compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Altoona to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train from Washington, DC, US to Altoona

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