There are 4 ways to get from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) by bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), rideshare, or car
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Bus (Greyhound)
best- Take the bus from Altoona Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
3h 57m$29–53Drive 134.6 mi
cheapest- Drive from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT)car 134.6 mi
2h 43m$25–36Train (Amtrak)
- Take the train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Harrisburgtrain Pennsylvanian
3h 59m$50–98Airport Transfer
- Take the rideshare from Penn State University to Harrisburg-MDT134.6 mi
2h 43m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 43m.
The fastest way to get from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $24 - $40.
No, there is no direct bus from Penn State University station to Harrisburg Airport (MDT). However, there are services departing from Altoona Bus Station and arriving at Harrisburg International Airport via Market Square Transfer Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.
No, there is no direct train from Penn State University station to Harrisburg Airport (MDT). However, there are services departing from Altoona Amtrak Station and arriving at Harrisburg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.
The distance between Penn State University and Harrisburg Airport (MDT) is 143 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.
The best way to get from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) without a car is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $29 - $55.
It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT), including transfers.
Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Altoona Bus Station.
Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Altoona Amtrak Station.
The best way to get from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) is to bus which takes 3h 57m and costs $29 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 3h 59m.
What companies run services between Penn State University, PA, USA and Harrisburg Airport (MDT), USA?
Greyhound USA operates a bus from Altoona Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Harrisburg once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 52m.
Rome2Rio's guide to Amtrak
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 800-872-7245
- Website
- Amtrak
Train from Altoona Amtrak Station to Harrisburg
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $40–85
- Website
- Amtrak
Rome2Rio's guide to Greyhound USA
Contact DetailsContact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-849-8100
- [email protected]
- Website
- Greyhound
Bus from Altoona Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $19–40
- Website
- Greyhound
- Website
- https://www.mozio.com
Rideshare from Penn State University to Harrisburg-MDT
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- On demand
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More Questions & Answers
Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.
Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Harrisburg station.
Yes, the driving distance between Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT) is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Penn State University to Harrisburg Airport (MDT).
There are 202+ hotels available in Harrisburg Airport (MDT).
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Penn State University and Harrisburg Airport (MDT). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.







