Altoona to Waldorf: Road Trip Guide & Distance

152.1 miles 244.8 km · straight line
190.1 miles estimated 306 km · driving distance
3h 50min estimated drive time
$18 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
149° SSE bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Waldorf?

The distance from Altoona to Waldorf is 152.1 miles (244.8 km) as the crow flies. Waldorf is located SSE of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 190.1 miles, taking about 3h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Waldorf in Maryland.

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 Waldorf. 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 Waldorf

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 50min $18 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 36min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 39min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altoona & Waldorf

Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
Waldorf
38.62°N, 76.94°W
America/New_York
64m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 163.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients