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Schenectady to Altoona trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Schenectady and Altoona takes 23h 37m and the fastest train takes 22h 34m. There is at least one train per day from Schenectady 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.

23h 37m
Duration
481 mi
Distance
$313
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Schenectady to Altoona train times

Trains run once daily between Schenectady and Altoona. The service departs Schenectady at 6:38 PM in the evening, which arrives into Altoona at 17:12:00. All services require a transfer, and take on average 23h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak22h 34m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak23h 34m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak22h 34m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak22h 34m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak22h 34m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak22h 34m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Schenectady 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: 481.4 mi
  • Duration: 23h 37m

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

You can take a train from Schenectady to Altoona Amtrak Station via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station in around 10h 44m.

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