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

The cheapest way to get from Norristown to Altoona is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Norristown to Altoona is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Norristown and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Norristown station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Gulph Mills Station - on street and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Norristown and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Norristown to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Norristown Elm Street and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Norristown to Altoona?

The distance between Norristown and Altoona is 253 miles. The road distance is 212.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Norristown to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs $75 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Norristown to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Norristown to Altoona bus from?

Norristown to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Norristown to Altoona train from?

Norristown to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Norristown to Altoona?

The best way to get from Norristown to Altoona is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs $75 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Norristown to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Norristown to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Norristown to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Norristown to Altoona is 212 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Norristown to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 26m
$78–163
Drive 210.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Norristown to Altoonacar 210.9 mi
3h 58m
$39–56
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
7h 33m
$41–76
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Norristown Elm Street to Suburban 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 55m
$69–413

Norristown to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.9 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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