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

The cheapest way to get from Palmyra to Altoona is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palmyra to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 53m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Palmyra and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Palmyra to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Buffalo, DuBois and State College Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Palmyra and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Palmyra to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Cleveland Amtrak and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 36m.

How far is it from Palmyra to Altoona?

The distance between Palmyra and Altoona is 386 miles. The road distance is 240.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palmyra to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 11h 36m and costs $180 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 11h 36m to get from Palmyra to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmyra to Altoona bus from?

Palmyra to Altoona bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Rochester station.

Where do I catch the Palmyra to Altoona train from?

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

Train or bus from Palmyra to Altoona?

The best way to get from Palmyra to Altoona is to bus which takes 11h 36m and costs $180 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $220 - $430 and takes 12h 36m.

Where does the Palmyra to Altoona bus arrive?

Palmyra to Altoona bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Buffalo station.

Where does the Palmyra to Altoona train arrive?

Palmyra to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cleveland Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Palmyra to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmyra to Altoona is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 53m to drive from Palmyra to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

Palmyra to Altoona - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palmyra to Altoona by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Buffalobus 308 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to DuBoisbus
3. Take the bus from DuBois to State Collegebus
4. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
11h 36m
$184–318
Drive 239.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palmyra to Altoonacar 239.1 mi
4h 53m
$44–63
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Rochester to Cleveland Amtraktrain
2. Take the train from Cleveland Amtrak to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 36m
$228–427
Bus via Pittsburgh
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Buffalobus 308 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Eriebus
3. Take the bus from Erie to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
13h 36m
$145–237
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rochester to Buffalobus 308 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buffalo, Ny to Pittsburgh, Pabus 530
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 50m
$181–431

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Distance: 383.7 mi
Duration: 11h 36m

What companies run services between Palmyra, NY, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Palmyra to Altoona Bus Station via Rochester, Buffalo, DuBois, State College, and State College Bus Station in around 11h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Palmyra to Altoona Amtrak Station via Rochester, Cleveland Amtrak, and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station in around 12h 36m.

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