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

The cheapest way to get from Pittsburgh to Altoona is to bus which costs $17 - $35 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pittsburgh to Altoona is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Pittsburgh and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Pittsburgh and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station station and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

The distance between Pittsburgh and Altoona is 114 miles. The road distance is 94.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $35 - $75.

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

The train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Station takes 2h 29m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Altoona bus from?

Pittsburgh to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Altoona train from?

Pittsburgh to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Altoona is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs $35 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $17 - $35 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Pittsburgh to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pittsburgh to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Pittsburgh to Altoona is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Pittsburgh to Altoona.

How do I get a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

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

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
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1. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
2h 29m
$35–75
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
3h 30m
$17–35
Drive 93.9 mi
1. Drive from Pittsburgh to Altoonacar 93.9 mi
2h 8m
$18–25

Pittsburgh to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $17–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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