Altoona to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

230.5 miles 371 km · straight line
274.7 miles actual route 442.1 km · driving distance
5h 31min estimated drive time
$26 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Altoona from New York?

The distance from Altoona to New York is 230.5 miles (371 km) as the crow flies. New York is located E of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.7 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and New York in New York.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Altoona and New York. 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 New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 31min $26 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 37min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 108 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM