PA → PA · about 115 miles
Lancaster to Altoona train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Lancaster to Altoona. The fastest takes 3 hours 20 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:51 AM and the last at 3:38 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 3h 20m
- First train
- 8:51 AM
- Last train
- 3:38 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Lancaster and arrives at Altoona Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:51 AM New | 12:18 PM | 3h 27m | Daily from Nov 18 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:52 PM | 5:12 PM | 3h 20m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:38 PM New | 7:01 PM | 3h 23m | Daily from Nov 18 | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Lancaster Where you get off in Altoona The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Lancaster
Where the train stops in Altoona
- Altoona Amtrak Station Map of Altoona Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Altoona to Lancaster
Questions
How long is the train from Lancaster to Altoona?
The fastest direct train takes 3 hours 20 minutes; the typical trip is 3 hours 23 minutes.
What time is the first train from Lancaster to Altoona?
The earliest departure is at 8:51 AM (Daily) and the last at 3:38 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Lancaster to Altoona?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Lancaster?
Trains to Altoona leave from Lancaster Amtrak station.