Altoona to Harrisonburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Harrisonburg?

The distance from Altoona to Harrisonburg is 145.2 miles (233.6 km) as the crow flies. Harrisonburg is located S of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 181.4 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Harrisonburg 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. 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 Harrisonburg. 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.