Altoona to Baltimore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

127 miles 204.4 km · straight line
180.5 miles actual route 290.5 km · driving distance
3h 36min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
131° SE bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Baltimore?

The distance from Altoona to Baltimore is 127 miles (204.4 km) as the crow flies. Baltimore is located SE of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 180.5 miles, taking about 3h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Baltimore in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Baltimore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Altoona to Baltimore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 36min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 19min $14–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 25min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & Baltimore

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 196.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM