Altoona to Cave Spring: Road Trip Guide & Distance

243.5 miles 391.8 km · straight line
304.3 miles estimated 489.8 km · driving distance
6h 7min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Cave Spring?

The distance from Altoona to Cave Spring is 243.5 miles (391.8 km) as the crow flies. Cave Spring is located SSW of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 304.3 miles, taking about 6h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Cave Spring in Virginia.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Cave Spring. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. 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 Cave Spring

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 7min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 20min $24–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 49min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & Cave Spring

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
Cave Spring
37.23°N, 80.01°W
America/New_York
335m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients