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

The cheapest way to get from Newark to Altoona is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newark to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Newark and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Main St @ Academy St-Newark and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Wilmington Bus Station and Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Newark and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Newark to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Newark Amtrak and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Newark to Altoona?

The distance between Newark and Altoona is 272 miles. The road distance is 201 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newark to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs $80 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Newark to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark to Altoona bus from?

Newark to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Wilmington Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newark to Altoona train from?

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

Train or bus from Newark to Altoona?

The best way to get from Newark to Altoona is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs $80 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 9h.

Where does the Newark to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newark to Altoona train arrive?

Newark to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at 30th Street Station.

Can I drive from Newark to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark to Altoona is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Newark to Altoona.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

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There are 4 ways to get from Newark to Altoona by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Amtrak to 30th Street Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 4m
$82–185
Drive 199.8 mi
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1. Drive from Newark to Altoonacar 199.8 mi
4h 14m
$37–53
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Wilmington Bus Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0355 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
9h
$41–82
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Newark Amtrak to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane PHL - SCE
3. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
6h 32m
$73–434

Newark to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270.1 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Newark, DE, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a train from Newark Amtrak to Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main St @ Academy St-Newark to Altoona Bus Station via Wilmington Bus Station and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 9h.

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