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

The cheapest way to get from Allentown to Altoona is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Allentown to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Allentown and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Allentown to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Allentown and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Allentown to Altoona?

The distance between Allentown and Altoona is 214 miles. The road distance is 199.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Allentown to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 11m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Allentown to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Allentown to Altoona bus from?

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

Where does the Allentown to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Allentown to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Allentown to Altoona is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Allentown to Altoona.

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

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

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 27+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Allentown to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0420 / ...
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
5h 11m
$82–131
Bus via Harrisburg
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Allentown to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0420 / ...
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
5h 30m
$33–56
Drive 198.3 mi
1. Drive from Allentown to Altoonacar 198.3 mi
3h 48m
$37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Allentown to State College Regional Airportbus FlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
6h 24m
$33–55

Allentown to Altoona by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.3 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Allentown, Lehigh County, PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Allentown to Altoona Bus Station via Harrisburg Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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