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

The cheapest way to get from Ohio to Altoona is to bus which costs $45 - $85 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ohio to Altoona is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Ohio and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Ohio to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Ohio to Altoona?

The distance between Ohio and Altoona is 298 miles. The road distance is 276.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ohio to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 59m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Ohio to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ohio to Altoona bus from?

Ohio to Altoona bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Columbus station.

Where does the Ohio to Altoona bus arrive?

Ohio to Altoona bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Can I drive from Ohio to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Ohio to Altoona is 276 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Ohio to Altoona.

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

Book your Ohio to Altoona bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 59m
$63–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
8h
$45–81
Drive 274.6 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to Altoonacar 274.6 mi
5h 18m
$51–73

Ohio to Altoona by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 59mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.9 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Columbus to Altoona Bus Station via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 8h.

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