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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Altoona is to bus which costs $50 - $120 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Altoona is to drive which takes 6h 28m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

How far is it from Dayton to Altoona?

The distance between Dayton and Altoona is 382 miles. The road distance is 346.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dayton to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 11h to get from Dayton to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Altoona bus from?

Dayton to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Where does the Dayton to Altoona bus arrive?

Dayton to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Can I drive from Dayton to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Altoona is 346 miles. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Dayton to Altoona.

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

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

Dayton to Altoona - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Dayton to Altoona by bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Columbusbus
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
11h
$68–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
12h 16m
$54–112
Bus, train via Toledo
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus
2. Take the train from Toledo to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 48m
$114–267
Drive 344.3 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Altoonacar 344.3 mi
6h 28m
$63–91
Fly to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, train
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport (JST)plane DAY - JST
2. Take the train from Johnstown Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 22m
$85–402
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
11h 18m
$66–147
Fly to Penn State University Park Airport, bus
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane DAY - SCE
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
8h 36m
$69–379

Dayton to Altoona by bus and train

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Distance: 379.3 mi
Duration: 11h

What companies run services between Dayton, OH, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. to Altoona Bus Station via Salem Av @ Marathon Gas Station, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 12h 16m.

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