What is the cheapest way to get from Altoona to Denver?

The cheapest way to get from Altoona to Denver is to bus via Pittsburgh which costs $150 - $390 and takes 36h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altoona to Denver?

The fastest way to get from Altoona to Denver is to train and fly which takes 8h 48m and costs $170 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Altoona and Denver?

No, there is no direct bus from Altoona station to Denver station. However, there are services departing from Altoona Bus Station and arriving at Denver Union Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Altoona and Denver?

No, there is no direct train from Altoona station to Denver. However, there are services departing from Altoona Amtrak Station and arriving at Denver via Pittsburgh Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 31m.

How far is it from Altoona to Denver?

The distance between Altoona and Denver is 1436 miles. The road distance is 1539 miles.

How do I travel from Altoona to Denver without a car?

The best way to get from Altoona to Denver without a car is to train which takes 33h 31m and costs $190 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Altoona to Denver?

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Altoona to Denver, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altoona to Denver bus from?

Altoona to Denver bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Altoona Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Altoona to Denver train from?

Altoona to Denver train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Altoona Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Altoona to Denver?

The best way to get from Altoona to Denver is to train which takes 33h 31m and costs $190 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus via Pittsburgh, which costs $150 - $390 and takes 36h 54m.

Where does the Altoona to Denver bus arrive?

Altoona to Denver bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

What is the time difference between Altoona and Denver?

Denver is 2h behind Altoona. It is currently 8:59 PM in Altoona and 6:59 PM in Denver.

Where does the Altoona to Denver train arrive?

Altoona to Denver train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pittsburgh Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Altoona to Denver?

Yes, the driving distance between Altoona to Denver is 1539 miles. It takes approximately 25h 14m to drive from Altoona to Denver.

How do I get a train ticket from Altoona to Denver?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Altoona to Denver?

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Where can I stay near Denver?

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Altoona to Denver - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Altoona to Denver by train, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Johnstown Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Johnstown-Cambria County Airport (JST) to Denver (DEN)plane JST - DEN
8h 48m
$176–742
Bus via Pittsburgh
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Altoona Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
36h 54m
$155–385
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Denvertrain
33h 31m
$195–349
Drive 1,530 mi
1. Drive from Altoona to Denvercar 1,530 mi
25h 14m
$280–404
Train to Pittsburgh International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) to Denver (DEN)plane PIT - DEN
10h 2m
$195–839
Bus to Penn State University Park Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Altoona Bus Station to State College Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Denver (DEN)plane SCE - DEN
9h 54m
$198–778
Bus
1. Take the bus from Altoona Bus Station to State College Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from State College Regional Airport to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
39h 54m
$193–428

Altoona to Denver by train (Amtrak)

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33h 31mAverage Duration

$195Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Altoona to Denver.

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Distance: 1,427.9 mi
Duration: 8h 48m

What companies run services between Altoona, PA, USA and Denver, CO, USA?

You can take a train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Denver via Pittsburgh Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station in around 33h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altoona Bus Station to Denver Union Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and Chicago Bus Station in around 36h 54m.

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