What is the cheapest way to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona is to bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Penn State University (Station) and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Penn State University and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal and Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Penn State University (Station) and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from 69th St Transit Center and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona?

The distance between Penn State University (Station) and Altoona is 251 miles. The road distance is 209.5 miles.

How do I travel from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona?

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penn State University (Station) to Altoona bus from?

Penn State University (Station) to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penn State University (Station) to Altoona train from?

Penn State University (Station) to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from 30th Street Station.

Train or bus from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona?

The best way to get from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs $75 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Penn State University (Station) to Altoona bus arrive?

Penn State University (Station) to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Altoona Bus Station.

Where does the Penn State University (Station) to Altoona train arrive?

Penn State University (Station) to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Altoona Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Penn State University (Station) to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Penn State University (Station) to Altoona is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Penn State University (Station) 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 Penn State University (Station) to Altoona by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 27m
$76–166
Drive 208.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penn State University (Station) to Altoonacar 208.3 mi
4h 4m
$38–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
7h 53m
$41–76
Line 117 bus, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Penn State University to Chester Transit Centerbus
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 52m
$64–412

Penn State University (Station) to Altoona by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 249.9 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Penn State University (Station), PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $70–160 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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