Altoona to South Riding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120.1 miles 193.3 km · straight line
150.1 miles estimated 241.6 km · driving distance
3h 1min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
157° SSE bearing direction

How far is Altoona from South Riding?

The distance from Altoona to South Riding is 120.1 miles (193.3 km) as the crow flies. South Riding is located SSE of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 150.1 miles, taking about 3h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and South Riding 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 South Riding. 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 South Riding

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 1min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 37min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 52min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & South Riding

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
South Riding
38.92°N, 77.50°W
America/New_York
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 207.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients