Altoona to Lynchburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Lynchburg?

The distance from Altoona to Lynchburg is 218.2 miles (351.2 km) as the crow flies. Lynchburg is located S of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 272.8 miles, taking about 5h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Lynchburg 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and Lynchburg. 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.