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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 24 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: AltoonaDestination location: Altoona StationOperated by: Amtrak
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- Departure time: June 24 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: AltoonaDestination location: Altoona StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 24 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: AltoonaDestination location: Altoona StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: June 24 atDeparture city: RichmondDeparture location: Staples Mill RoadArrival time: June 24 atDestination city: AltoonaDestination location: Altoona StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to AltoonaAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 11 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Richmond to Altoona: Trip Overview
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Based on 5229 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 $123
Richmond to Altoona Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond to Altoona was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of $152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond to Altoona, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $152 to $461 for a train ticket from Richmond to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $179 which is on 2025-06-28.
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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Richmond to Altoona 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.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Altoona, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Richmond and Altoona, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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Did you know?
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!
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
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