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

The cheapest way to get from Massachusetts to Altoona is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Massachusetts to Altoona is to fly and train which takes 7h 39m and costs $90 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Massachusetts and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Massachusetts to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Port Authority Bus Terminal and State College Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Massachusetts and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Massachusetts to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from Massachusetts to Altoona?

The distance between Massachusetts and Altoona is 557 miles. The road distance is 475.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Massachusetts to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $140 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 11h 43m to get from Massachusetts to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Massachusetts to Altoona bus from?

Massachusetts to Altoona bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Massachusetts to Altoona train from?

Massachusetts to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train or bus from Massachusetts to Altoona?

The best way to get from Massachusetts to Altoona is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs $140 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus via New York, which costs $85 - $160 and takes 12h 30m.

Where does the Massachusetts to Altoona bus arrive?

Massachusetts to Altoona bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New York station.

Where does the Massachusetts to Altoona train arrive?

Massachusetts to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Massachusetts to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Massachusetts to Altoona is 476 miles. It takes approximately 8h 26m to drive from Massachusetts to Altoona.

How do I get a train ticket from Massachusetts to Altoona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Massachusetts to Altoona?

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

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There are 7 ways to get from Massachusetts to Altoona by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, train, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Boston to Newark Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
11h 43m
$141–942
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boston to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
13h 45m
$86–145
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Boston to New Yorkbus
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to State College, Pabus
3. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
12h 30m
$89–154
Drive 472.8 mi
1. Drive from Boston to Altoonacar 472.8 mi
8h 26m
$87–125
Fly Boston Logan Airport to Harrisburg International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)plane BOS - MDT
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 39m
$93–459
Fly Boston Logan Airport to Pittsburgh International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane BOS - PIT
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 18m
$442–1,032
Fly Bradley International Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane BDL - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 20m
$122–587

Massachusetts to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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11h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 554 mi
Duration: 11h 43m

What companies run services between Massachusetts, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Boston to Altoona Amtrak Station via Newark Penn Station in around 11h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boston to Altoona Bus Station via New York, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and State College Bus Station in around 12h 30m.

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