What is the cheapest way to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Glen Burnie and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Glen Burnie to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from CRAIN HWY & POST 40 ROAD nb and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Patapsco Light Rail Station Bay 2, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station and Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Glen Burnie and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Glen Burnie to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Glen Burnie and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Baltimore Penn Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Glen Burnie to Altoona?

The distance between Glen Burnie and Altoona is 223 miles. The road distance is 166.2 miles.

How do I travel from Glen Burnie to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 31m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona?

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glen Burnie to Altoona bus from?

Glen Burnie to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glen Burnie to Altoona train from?

Glen Burnie to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Baltimore Penn Station.

Train or bus from Glen Burnie to Altoona?

The best way to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona is to bus which takes 7h 50m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $800 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Glen Burnie to Altoona bus arrive?

Glen Burnie to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the Glen Burnie to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glen Burnie to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Glen Burnie to Altoona is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Glen Burnie to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 29+ hotels available in Altoona.

Glen Burnie to Altoona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Glen Burnie to Altoona by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 31m
$55–116
Drive 165.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glen Burnie to Altoonacar 165.3 mi
3h 31m
$31–44
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
7h 50m
$34–66
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Baltimore Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Carolinian / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 44m
$93–766

Glen Burnie to Altoona by bus and train

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Distance: 221.7 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

What companies run services between Glen Burnie, MD, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from CRAIN HWY & POST 40 ROAD nb to Altoona Bus Station via Patapsco Light Rail Station Bay 2, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, and Harrisburg Bus Station in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Glen Burnie to Altoona Amtrak Station via Mt. Royal / MICA, Baltimore Penn Station, and 30th Street Station in around 7h 44m.

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