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

The cheapest way to get from Michigan to Altoona is to bus and train which costs $60 - $100 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Michigan to Altoona is to drive which takes 6h 54m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Michigan and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Michigan station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

How far is it from Michigan to Altoona?

The distance between Michigan and Altoona is 413 miles. The road distance is 369.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Michigan to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 4m and costs $60 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 4m to get from Michigan to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Michigan to Altoona bus from?

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

Where does the Michigan to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Michigan to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan to Altoona is 369 miles. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Michigan to Altoona.

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

Book your Michigan to Altoona bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 24+ hotels available in Altoona.

Michigan to Altoona - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Michigan to Altoona by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0420
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
9h 4m
$64–98
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0420
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
10h 5m
$59–123
Bus, train via Toledo
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus
2. Take the train from Toledo to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 50m
$71–162
Drive 367 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Altoonacar 367 mi
6h 54m
$67–97
Fly to Pittsburgh International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane DTW - PIT
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 57m
$157–432
Fly to Harrisburg International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)plane DTW - MDT
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 5m
$76–337

Michigan to Altoona by bus and train

7Weekly Services

9h 4mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 411 mi
Duration: 9h 4m

What companies run services between Michigan, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Altoona Bus Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 10h 5m.

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