How far is West Lampeter, PA from Altoona, PA?
The driving distance from West Lampeter, PA to Altoona, PA is about 172.4 miles (277.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between West Lampeter and Altoona.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Lampeter and Altoona.
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Start on Peony Road
27 m · 10 sec · Peony Road
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Turn left onto Lampeter Road
2732 ft · 57 sec · Lampeter Road
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Continue on Pitney Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Pitney Road
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Turn right onto Hempstead Road
2247 ft · 53 sec · Hempstead Road
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Turn right onto Greenfield Road
121 m · 8 sec · Greenfield Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 30 West
1664 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on PA 283 West: Harrisburg
28.9 mi · 34 min
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Turn slight left onto I 76 Toll, PATP Toll: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh
765 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
124 m · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 76 West: Pittsburgh
2614 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
101.9 mi · 1 hr 51 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward Altoona, Johnstown
1614 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto Business 220
1440 ft · 42 sec · Business 220
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Take the ramp left toward I 99, US 220: Cumberland, Altoona
1124 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 99 North, US 220 North: Altoona
1502 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
32.7 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 17th Street
2530 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Altoona
901 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto 17th Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · 17th Street
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Turn right onto 6th Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · 6th Avenue
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Turn left onto 7th Street
976 ft · 19 sec · 7th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 7th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between West Lampeter and Altoona.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike
102 mi · 01h 51m
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.
Sunny leaving West Lampeter and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Altoona.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from West Lampeter to Altoona?
The road trip is about 172.4 miles (277.4 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?
Lurgan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 87 miles from West Lampeter and 85.4 miles from Altoona.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 55.5 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 12:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.84 one way or $49.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around West Lampeter and Areas Of Frost then Sunny near Altoona.
Stop Ideas Near Lurgan
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between West Lampeter and Altoona. Straight-line distance: 116.96 mi (188.23 km).
#1 West Lampeter
Township of Pennsylvania
| Population | 15,983 |
| Coordinates | 40.0303800, -76.2702400 |
| Altitude | 90 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Altoona
A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania.
| Population | 42,989 |
| Coordinates | 40.5186800, -78.3947400 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
End: 7th Street (-78.394928, 40.518478)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 277 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $24.84 | $49.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $27.96 | $55.92 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $30.12 | $60.24 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $36.36 | $72.72 |
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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