How far is Pittsburgh, PA from Altoona, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Pittsburgh and Altoona is 84.32 miles (135.7 km).
Flight distance from Pittsburgh, PA to Altoona, PA is 84.32 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Pittsburgh to Altoona with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Altoona, Pennsylvania is: 98.41 miles (158.37 km) by car.
Driving from Pittsburgh to Altoona will take approximately 01 hours 50 minutes.
#1 Pittsburgh
The second most populous city in Pennsylvania and the center of the Pittsburgh metropolitan area. It is located on the Allegheny River in western Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh is known for its steel industry, its many bridges, and its many attractions, such as the Carnegie Museum of Natural History and the Andy Warhol Museum.
| Population | 299226 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°26'26"N 79°59'45"W |
| Latitude | 40.4406200 |
| Longitude | -79.9958900 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Altoona
A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Altoona is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Altoona Historical Society and the Altoona Railroaders Museum.
| Population | 42989 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°31'7"N 78°23'41"W |
| Latitude | 40.5186800 |
| Longitude | -78.3947400 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Altoona: 7th Street (-78.394928,40.518478)
Estimated Travel Time Between Pittsburgh and Altoona
The distance between Pittsburgh and Altoona is 158 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 45 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Pittsburgh and Altoona. The current time is 08:19:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 16 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.14 liters (3.47 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pittsburgh and Altoona.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pittsburgh to Altoona is $12.91 (diesel $16.55).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $12.91 | $14.32 | $15.42 | $16.55 |
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The average gas price (in Pennsylvania ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.717 (Diesel $4.767) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Pittsburgh and Altoona (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
