What is the cheapest way to get from Princeton University to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Princeton University to Altoona is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Princeton University to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Princeton University to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Princeton University and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Princeton University to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Nassau St At Palmer Square and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via S Warren St At W State St and Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Princeton University and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Princeton University to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Trenton and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Princeton University to Altoona?

The distance between Princeton University and Altoona is 280 miles. The road distance is 257 miles.

How do I travel from Princeton University to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Princeton University to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs $85 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Princeton University to Altoona?

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Princeton University to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Princeton University to Altoona bus from?

Princeton University to Altoona bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from S Warren St At W State St station.

Where do I catch the Princeton University to Altoona train from?

Princeton University to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Trenton station.

Train or bus from Princeton University to Altoona?

The best way to get from Princeton University to Altoona is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs $85 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Princeton University to Altoona bus arrive?

Princeton University to Altoona bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Market St At 11Th St station.

Where does the Princeton University to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Princeton University to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Princeton University to Altoona is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Princeton University to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 29+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Trenton to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 17m
$87–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from S Warren St At W State St to Market St At 11Th Stbus 409
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
10h 18m
$43–103
Drive 255.5 mi
1. Drive from Princeton University to Altoonacar 255.5 mi
4h 47m
$47–68

Princeton University to Altoona by foot, bus, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 278 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Princeton University, NJ, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Trenton to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $85–180 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Princeton University to Altoona Bus Station via Nassau St At Palmer Square, W State St At S Warren St, S Warren St At W State St, Market St At 11Th St, and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 10h 18m.

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