What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Altoona is to bus and train which costs $160 - $340 and takes 21h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Altoona is to fly and train which takes 8h 48m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Kansas City to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Kansas City and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Altoona?

The distance between Kansas City and Altoona is 916 miles. The road distance is 936.2 miles.

How do I travel from Kansas City to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 24m and costs $160 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Altoona?

It takes approximately 8h 48m to get from Kansas City to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Altoona train from?

Kansas City to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train or fly from Kansas City to Altoona?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Altoona is to train which takes 21h 35m and costs $320 - $700. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $800 and takes 11h 13m.

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Altoona?

Altoona is 1h ahead of Kansas City. It is currently 8:48 AM in Kansas City and 9:48 AM in Altoona.

Where does the Kansas City to Altoona train arrive?

Kansas City to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Altoona is 936 miles. It takes approximately 16h 17m to drive from Kansas City to Altoona.

How do I get a train ticket from Kansas City to Altoona?

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 29+ hotels available in Altoona.

Kansas City to Altoona - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Kansas City to Altoona by plane, train, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport (JST)plane MCI - JST
2. Take the train from Johnstown Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 48m
$146–643
Fly to Penn State University Park Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane MCI - SCE
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
9h 41m
$127–617
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
21h 24m
$169–339
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
21h 35m
$327–679
Drive 930.8 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Altoonacar 930.8 mi
16h 17m
$170–246
Fly to Altoona–Blair County Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Altoona–Blair County Airport (AOO)plane MCI - AOO
11h 13m
$195–760

Kansas City to Altoona by bus and train

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21h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 910.4 mi
Duration: 8h 48m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Kansas City to Altoona Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station in around 21h 35m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Corporate Flight Management Inc, and two other airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Altoona–Blair County Airport (AOO) 3 times a day.

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