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

The cheapest way to get from Mason City to Altoona is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mason City to Altoona is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $22 - $35.

How far is it from Mason City to Altoona?

The distance between Mason City and Altoona is 215 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mason City to Altoona without a car is to taxi and shuttle which takes 3h 33m and costs $340 - $470.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Mason City to Altoona, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mason City to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Mason City to Altoona is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Mason City to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 192+ hotels available in Altoona.

Mason City to Altoona - 3 ways to travel via car, bus, taxi, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Mason City to Altoona by car, bus, taxi, or shuttle

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Drive, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Drive from Mason City to UNI Multimodal Transportation Centercar
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154S
6h 2m
$52–79
Drive 120.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mason City to Altoonacar 120.6 mi
2h 5m
$22–32
Taxi, shuttle
1. Take the taxi from Mason City to Forest Citytaxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Forest City to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
3h 33m
$343–470

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Distance: 213.9 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Mason City, IA, USA and Altoona, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mason City to Altoona. However, you can drive to UNI Multimodal Transportation Center, take the line 7 bus to Central Transfer, walk to Waterloo, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to Altoona. Alternatively, you can drive from Mason City to Altoona in around 2h 5m.

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