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

The cheapest way to get from Dubuque to Altoona is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dubuque to Altoona is to drive and fly and bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $90 - $420.

How far is it from Dubuque to Altoona?

The distance between Dubuque and Altoona is 790 miles. The road distance is 730.9 miles.

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Dubuque to Altoona, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Dubuque and Altoona?

Altoona is 1h ahead of Dubuque. It is currently 12:37 AM in Dubuque and 1:37 AM in Altoona.

Can I drive from Dubuque to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Dubuque to Altoona is 731 miles. It takes approximately 12h 47m to drive from Dubuque to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 29+ hotels available in Altoona.

Dubuque to Altoona - 3 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Dubuque to Altoona by car, plane, bus, or train

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Drive, fly, bus
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1. Drive from Dubuque to Moline-Airport-MLIcar
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane MLI - SCE
3. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
8h 45m
$91–418
Drive, bus, train
1. Drive from Dubuque to Twixt Town Rd Transfercar
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
5. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
24h 2m
Drive 726.6 mi
1. Drive from Dubuque to Altoonacar 726.6 mi
12h 47m
$133–192

Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) flights

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6h 17mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 785.6 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Dubuque, IA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dubuque to Altoona. However, you can drive to Moline-Airport-MLI airport, fly to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE), walk to State College, take the bus to State College, walk to State College Bus Station, then take the bus to Altoona Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dubuque to Altoona Amtrak Station via Twixt Town Rd Transfer, GTC Bay 5, GTC Bay 9, Iowa City, Chicago Bus Station, Pittsburgh Intermodal Station, and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station in around 24h 2m.

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