What is the cheapest way to get from North Wales to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from North Wales to Altoona is to bus which costs $35 - $75 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Wales to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from North Wales to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between North Wales and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from North Wales station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Philadelphia Bus Station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between North Wales and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from North Wales to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from North Wales and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Suburban Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from North Wales to Altoona?

The distance between North Wales and Altoona is 258 miles. The road distance is 220.1 miles.

How do I travel from North Wales to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from North Wales to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs $80 - $170.

How long does it take to get from North Wales to Altoona?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from North Wales to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Wales to Altoona bus from?

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

Where do I catch the North Wales to Altoona train from?

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

Train or bus from North Wales to Altoona?

The best way to get from North Wales to Altoona is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs $80 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the North Wales to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the North Wales to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from North Wales to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between North Wales to Altoona is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from North Wales 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 North Wales 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 28m
$81–166
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
7h 5m
$38–73
Drive 218.8 mi
1. Drive from North Wales to Altoonacar 218.8 mi
4h 12m
$40–58
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from North Wales 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 53m
$64–413

North Wales to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256.3 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between North Wales, 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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