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

The cheapest way to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Gaithersburg and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Gaithersburg to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Gaithersburg Park & Ride and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station and Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Gaithersburg and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Gaithersburg to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Washington Union Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

How far is it from Gaithersburg to Altoona?

The distance between Gaithersburg and Altoona is 264 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 8h 28m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 8h 28m to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gaithersburg to Altoona bus from?

Gaithersburg to Altoona bus services, operated by Maryland Transit, depart from Gaithersburg Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Gaithersburg to Altoona train from?

Gaithersburg to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train or bus from Gaithersburg to Altoona?

The best way to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona is to bus which takes 8h 28m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $200 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Gaithersburg to Altoona bus arrive?

Gaithersburg to Altoona bus services, operated by Maryland Transit, arrive at Warner St station.

Where does the Gaithersburg to Altoona train arrive?

Gaithersburg to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Gaithersburg to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Gaithersburg to Altoona is 137 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Gaithersburg to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

Gaithersburg to Altoona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gaithersburg Park & Ride to Warner Stbus 201
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
8h 28m
$35–66
Drive 136 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gaithersburg to Altoonacar 136 mi
3h 2m
$25–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
8h 33m
$81–197
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
8h 39m
$51–116

Gaithersburg to Altoona by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 28mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gaithersburg to Altoona.

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Distance: 262.9 mi
Duration: 8h 28m

What companies run services between Gaithersburg, MD, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Gaithersburg Park & Ride to Altoona Bus Station via Warner St, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, and Harrisburg Bus Station in around 8h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Shady Grove, Red Line Center Platform to Altoona Amtrak Station via Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, Washington Union Station, and 30th Street Station in around 8h 33m.

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