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

The cheapest way to get from Elizabeth to Altoona is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elizabeth to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Elizabeth and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Elizabeth to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Newark Penn Station and Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Elizabeth and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Elizabeth to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Elizabeth and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Metropark Amtrak Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Elizabeth to Altoona?

The distance between Elizabeth and Altoona is 309 miles. The road distance is 262.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Altoona without a car is to train via Philadelphia which takes 7h 6m and costs $90 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Elizabeth to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Altoona bus from?

Elizabeth to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the Elizabeth to Altoona train from?

Elizabeth to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Metropark Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Elizabeth to Altoona?

The best way to get from Elizabeth to Altoona is to train via Philadelphia which takes 7h 6m and costs $90 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 9h 44m.

Where does the Elizabeth to Altoona bus arrive?

Elizabeth to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the Elizabeth to Altoona train arrive?

Elizabeth to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Elizabeth to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Elizabeth to Altoona is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Elizabeth to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 29+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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Train via Philadelphia (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 6m
$93–770
Drive 261.1 mi
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1. Drive from Elizabeth to Altoonacar 261.1 mi
4h 52m
$48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
9h 44m
$49–99
Fly, train
1. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane EWR - PIT
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 31m
$782–1,052
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 46m
$102–216

Elizabeth to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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7h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.3 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Elizabeth, NJ, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Elizabeth to Altoona Amtrak Station via Metropark, Metropark Amtrak Station, and 30th Street Station in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Jersey St At East Scott Pl to Altoona Bus Station via Newark Penn Station and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 9h 44m.

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