What is the cheapest way to get from New Castle to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from New Castle to Altoona is to bus which costs $20 - $50 and takes 6h.

What is the fastest way to get from New Castle to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from New Castle to Altoona is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between New Castle and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from New Castle to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Transit Center, PA and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from New Castle to Altoona?

The distance between New Castle and Altoona is 168 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

How do I travel from New Castle to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from New Castle to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 59m and costs $35 - $90.

How long does it take to get from New Castle to Altoona?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from New Castle to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Castle to Altoona bus from?

New Castle to Altoona bus services, operated by New Castle Transit, depart from Transit Center, PA station.

Where does the New Castle to Altoona bus arrive?

New Castle to Altoona bus services, operated by New Castle Transit, arrive at East Busway At Penn Station D.

Can I drive from New Castle to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between New Castle to Altoona is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from New Castle to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 29+ hotels available in Altoona.

New Castle to Altoona - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Transit Center, PA to East Busway At Penn Station Dbus Pittsburgh Inbound
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
4h 59m
$39–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transit Center, PA to East Busway At Penn Station Dbus Pittsburgh Inbound
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
6h
$20–47
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from New Castle to Altoonacar 123.6 mi
2h 42m
$23–33

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Distance: 167.1 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between New Castle, Lawrence County, PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Transit Center, PA to Altoona Bus Station via East Busway At Penn Station D and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 6h.

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