What is the cheapest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between BWI Rail Station and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from BWI Rail Station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Baltimore and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station and Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between BWI Rail Station and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from BWI Rail Station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from BWI Thurgood Marshall and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

The distance between BWI Rail Station and Altoona is 218 miles. The road distance is 162 miles.

How do I travel from BWI Rail Station to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 46m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the BWI Rail Station to Altoona bus from?

BWI Rail Station to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

Where do I catch the BWI Rail Station to Altoona train from?

BWI Rail Station to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from BWI Thurgood Marshall station.

Train or bus from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

The best way to get from BWI Rail Station to Altoona is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $800 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the BWI Rail Station to Altoona bus arrive?

BWI Rail Station to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the BWI Rail Station to Altoona train arrive?

BWI Rail Station to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between BWI Rail Station to Altoona is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from BWI Rail Station to Altoona.

How do I get a train ticket from BWI Rail Station to Altoona?

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

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BWI Rail Station to Altoona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 46m
$52–112
Drive 161.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from BWI Rail Station to Altoonacar 161.1 mi
3h 36m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
7h 5m
$31–62
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to 30th Street Stationtrain Crescent / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 9m
$99–768

BWI Rail Station to Altoona by bus and train

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6h 46mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.1 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between BWI Rail Station, MD, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Baltimore to Altoona Bus Station via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station and Harrisburg Bus Station in around 7h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station in around 7h 9m.

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