What is the cheapest way to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Baltimore Airport (BWI) and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from BWI SOUTHWEST AIRLINES eb LOWER LEVEL and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Baltimore Downtown Bus Station and Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Baltimore Airport (BWI) and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Baltimore Airport (BWI) 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 40m.

How far is it from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

The distance between Baltimore Airport (BWI) and Altoona is 218 miles. The road distance is 161.7 miles.

How do I travel from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 59m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona bus from?

Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona train from?

Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from BWI Thurgood Marshall station.

Train or bus from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

The best way to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $850 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona bus arrive?

Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona train arrive?

Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

Can I share a ride from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Baltimore Airport (BWI) and Altoona. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), rideshare, 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 59m
$55–116
Drive 160.8 mi
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1. Drive from Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoonacar 160.8 mi
3h 34m
$30–43
Bus (Greyhound)
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 2m
$32–64
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Baltimore-BWI to Altoonarideshare 160.8 mi
3h 34m
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 40m
$94–812

Baltimore Airport (BWI) to Altoona by tram, bus, and train

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Distance: 216.4 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

What companies run services between Baltimore Airport (BWI), USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from BWI SOUTHWEST AIRLINES eb LOWER LEVEL to Altoona Bus Station via HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, and Harrisburg Bus Station in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Off-Site Parking Pick-Up to Altoona Amtrak Station via BWI Amtrak Station, BWI Thurgood Marshall, and 30th Street Station in around 7h 40m.

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