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

The cheapest way to get from Mechanicsburg to Altoona is to bus which costs $19 - $45 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mechanicsburg to Altoona is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Mechanicsburg and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Mechanicsburg to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from E Main St & Arch St EB and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Mechanicsburg and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Mechanicsburg to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Harrisburg and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Mechanicsburg to Altoona?

The distance between Mechanicsburg and Altoona is 140 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mechanicsburg to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Mechanicsburg to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mechanicsburg to Altoona bus from?

Mechanicsburg to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Mechanicsburg to Altoona train from?

Mechanicsburg to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Harrisburg station.

Train or bus from Mechanicsburg to Altoona?

The best way to get from Mechanicsburg to Altoona is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $40 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19 - $45 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Mechanicsburg to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mechanicsburg to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mechanicsburg to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Mechanicsburg to Altoona is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Mechanicsburg to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Altoona.

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There are 3 ways to get from Mechanicsburg to Altoona by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
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1. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
4h 7m
$41–92
Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
4h 27m
$20–42
Drive 115.4 mi
1. Drive from Mechanicsburg to Altoonacar 115.4 mi
2h 31m
$22–31

Mechanicsburg to Altoona by bus, foot, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 139.6 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County, PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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