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Trip Overview

The average train between Chesapeake and Altoona takes 27h 19m and the fastest train takes 25h 7m. There is at least one train per day from Chesapeake 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.

27h 19m
Duration
587 mi
Distance
$379
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Chesapeake to Altoona train times

Trains run once daily between Chesapeake and Altoona. The earliest departure is at 12:59 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chesapeake is at 4:05 PM which arrives into Altoona at 5:12 PM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 27h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Chesapeake 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.

Map of how to get from Chesapeake to Altoona.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 586.5 mi
  • Duration: 27h 19m

What companies run services between Chesapeake, City of Chesapeake, VA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Norfolk to Altoona Amtrak Station via Washington Union Station and 30th Street Station in around 11h 59m.

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