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

The cheapest way to get from Bensalem to Altoona is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bensalem to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Bensalem and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Bensalem to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia, PA - 1995 Franklin Mills Drive and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Philadelphia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bensalem and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Bensalem to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Frankford Transit Center and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Bensalem to Altoona?

The distance between Bensalem and Altoona is 251 miles. The road distance is 234.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bensalem to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Bensalem to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bensalem to Altoona bus from?

Bensalem to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where do I catch the Bensalem to Altoona train from?

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

Train or bus from Bensalem to Altoona?

The best way to get from Bensalem to Altoona is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $170 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Bensalem to Altoona bus arrive?

Bensalem to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Altoona Bus Station.

Where does the Bensalem to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bensalem to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Bensalem to Altoona is 235 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Bensalem to Altoona.

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

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

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Bensalem to Altoona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 50 bus

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
6h 40m
Drive 233.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bensalem to Altoonacar 233.6 mi
4h 18m
$43–62
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 42m
$81–166
Line 50 bus, subway, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Knights Rd & Virgina Av to Frankford Transit Center - Main Dropoffbus
2. Take the subway from Frankford Transit Center to Drexel Station at 30th Stsubway
3. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane PHL - SCE
4. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
7h 11m
$71–416

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

Greyhound-us operates a bus from Philadelphia to Altoona Bus Station once daily, and the journey takes 5h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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