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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Altoona is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 28m.

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 - $90.

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 - S.B. and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Meijer - Middletown, Cincinnati and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 13m.

How far is it from Dayton to Altoona?

The distance between Dayton and Altoona is 371 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 35m and costs $170 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m 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 Butler County RTA, depart from Meijer - Middletown station.

Where does the Dayton to Altoona bus arrive?

Dayton to Altoona bus services, operated by Butler County RTA, arrive at Martin Luther King Dr & Jefferson Ave EB 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Dayton to Altoona by car, bus, train, plane, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Drive, bus, train
best
1. Drive from Dayton to N Murray Hill Rd & Beacon Hill Rdcar
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 40m
$102–164
Drive 344.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dayton to Altoonacar 344.3 mi
6h 28m
$61–88
Fly, 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
9h 9m
$70–379
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meijer - Middletown to Martin Luther King Dr & Jefferson Ave EBbus Cl
2. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 35m
$170–245
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meijer - Middletown to Martin Luther King Dr & Jefferson Ave EBbus Cl
2. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
14h 13m
$102–147

Dayton to Altoona by bus and taxi

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14h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 369.2 mi
Duration: 9h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. to Altoona Bus Station via 1St @ Central, Meijer - Middletown, Martin Luther King Dr & Jefferson Ave EB, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 14h 13m.

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