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Trip Overview

The average train between Buffalo and Altoona takes 46h 4m and the fastest train takes 45h 34m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from Buffalo to Altoona. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

46h 4m
Duration
446 mi
Distance
$318
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

Buffalo to Altoona train times

Trains run 5 times a week between Buffalo and Altoona. The earliest departure is at 12:15 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Buffalo is at 12:25 PM which arrives into Altoona at 9:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Buffalo Depew Station and take an average of 46h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    VIA RailAmtrakAmtrakAmtrak46h 44m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    VIA RailAmtrakAmtrakAmtrak46h 44m • 3 changes

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    VIA RailAmtrakAmtrakAmtrak45h 44m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrakAmtrak45h 34m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakAmtrakAmtrak45h 34m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Buffalo to Altoona? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 445.7 mi
  • Duration: 46h 4m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Buffalo to Altoona Amtrak Station via Buffalo Depew Station, Cleveland Amtrak, and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station in around 12h 11m.

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