How far is Altoona, PA from Somerset, PA?
The driving distance from Altoona, PA to Somerset, PA is about 63 miles (101.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 44m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Altoona and Somerset.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altoona and Somerset.
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Start on 7th Street
1010 ft · 24 sec · 7th Street
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Turn left onto Lexington Avenue
78 m · 17 sec · Lexington Avenue
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1767 ft · 35 sec · 8th Street
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Turn right onto 7th Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · 7th Avenue
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Continue on 6th Avenue
3.6 mi · 6 min · 6th Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 22 West: Ebensburg
1426 ft · 30 sec
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Continue straight
1779 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 22 West: Ebensburg
10 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 53: Lilly, Portage
2139 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto West 2nd Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 2nd Street
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Continue on Evergreen Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Evergreen Street
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Continue on Main Street
155 m · 14 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Cleveland Street
602 ft · 15 sec · Cleveland Street
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Turn right onto Portage Street
9.5 mi · 14 min · Portage Street
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Continue on Railroad Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Railroad Street
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Turn left
1628 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight right
30.3 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right
1262 ft · 32 sec
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Turn right onto Stoystown Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Stoystown Road
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Turn left onto North Pleasant Avenue
1356 ft · 29 sec · North Pleasant Avenue
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1063 ft · 18 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Altoona and Somerset.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Railroad Street
Merge slight right
30.3 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Altoona and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Somerset.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Altoona to Somerset?
The road trip is about 63 miles (101.4 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ehrenfeld is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.5 miles from Altoona and 31.5 miles from Somerset.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.4 miles (81.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.07 one way or $18.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Altoona and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Somerset.
Stop Ideas Near Ehrenfeld
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ehrenfeld.
Johnstown
Altoona Transportation Center
Latrobe station
Tyrone
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Altoona and Somerset. Straight-line distance: 50.41 mi (81.12 km).
#1 Altoona
A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 42,989 |
| Coordinates | 40.5186800, -78.3947400 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Somerset
Borough in Pennsylvania, United States
| Population | 5,817 |
| Coordinates | 40.0084100, -79.0780800 |
| Altitude | 669 |
| Country | United States |
End: Somerset (-79.07808, 40.00841)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 47m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $9.07 | $18.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.21 | $20.42 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $11.00 | $22.00 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $13.28 | $26.55 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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