Altoona to Salisbury, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Altoona from Salisbury, North Carolina?

The distance from Altoona to Salisbury, North Carolina is 353.5 miles (568.9 km) as the crow flies. Salisbury, North Carolina is located SSW of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.2 miles, taking about 8h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Salisbury, North Carolina in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Salisbury, North Carolina. 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.