Altoona to Troy, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.8 miles 461.6 km · straight line
358.5 miles estimated 577 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$35 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
56° ENE bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Troy, New York?

The distance from Altoona to Troy, New York is 286.8 miles (461.6 km) as the crow flies. Troy, New York is located ENE of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.5 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Troy, 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 Troy, New York. 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 Troy, New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $35 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & Troy, New York

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
Troy, New York
42.73°N, 73.69°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients