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

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Altoona is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Altoona Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Philadelphia and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from 30th Street Station station and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to Altoona?

The distance between Philadelphia and Altoona is 234 miles. The road distance is 226.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $45 - $85.

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

The train from 30Th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Station takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Altoona bus from?

Philadelphia to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to Altoona train from?

Philadelphia to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Philadelphia to Altoona?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to Altoona is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $45 - $85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Philadelphia to Altoona bus arrive?

Philadelphia to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Altoona Bus Station.

Where does the Philadelphia to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Philadelphia to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to Altoona is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Philadelphia to Altoona.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
4h 40m
$45–85
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
5h 20m
$40–65
Drive 225.1 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia to Altoonacar 225.1 mi
4h 16m
$42–60
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane PHL - SCE
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
5h 40m
$78–381

Philadelphia to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $45–85 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Philadelphia to Altoona Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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