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

The cheapest way to get from Glenside to Altoona is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenside to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Glenside and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenside station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Glenside and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Glenside to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Glenside and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Suburban Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Glenside to Altoona?

The distance between Glenside and Altoona is 247 miles. The road distance is 223.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glenside to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $120 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Glenside to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenside to Altoona bus from?

Glenside to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glenside to Altoona train from?

Glenside to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Glenside to Altoona?

The best way to get from Glenside to Altoona is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs $120 - $210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Glenside to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Glenside to Altoona train arrive?

Glenside to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Altoona Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Glenside to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenside to Altoona is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Glenside to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 10m
$125–208
Drive 222.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glenside to Altoonacar 222.1 mi
4h 10m
$38–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
6h 48m
$43–69
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane PHL - SCE
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
6h 34m
$73–465

Glenside to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 245.9 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Glenside, Montgomery County, PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $120–200 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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