What is the cheapest way to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Erie and Penn State Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Erie to Penn State Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Erie and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Erie to Penn State Altoona?

The distance between Erie and Penn State Altoona is 254 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

How do I travel from Erie to Penn State Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 3m and costs $60 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erie to Penn State Altoona bus from?

Erie to Penn State Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from Erie station.

Where does the Erie to Penn State Altoona bus arrive?

Erie to Penn State Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Can I drive from Erie to Penn State Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Erie to Penn State Altoona is 171 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Erie to Penn State Altoona.

Where can I stay near Penn State Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Penn State Altoona.

Erie to Penn State Altoona - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Erie to Penn State Altoona by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Erie to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0440s
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 3m
$65–127
Drive 170.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Erie to Penn State Altoonacar 170.2 mi
4h 10m
$32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Erie to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0440s
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
8h 4m
$47–87

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Distance: 252.3 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Erie, PA, USA and Penn State Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Erie to Penn State Altoona via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and Altoona Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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