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

The cheapest way to get from Shippensburg to Altoona is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shippensburg to Altoona is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Shippensburg and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Shippensburg to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Dr & Cumberland Dr and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Shippensburg to Altoona?

The distance between Shippensburg and Altoona is 176 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shippensburg to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 1m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Shippensburg to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shippensburg to Altoona bus from?

Shippensburg to Altoona bus services, operated by Rabbit Transit, depart from Lancaster Dr & Cumberland Dr station.

Where does the Shippensburg to Altoona bus arrive?

Shippensburg to Altoona bus services, operated by Rabbit Transit, arrive at Market Square Transfer Center station.

Can I drive from Shippensburg to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Shippensburg to Altoona is 85 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Shippensburg to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Altoona.

Shippensburg to Altoona - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Dr & Cumberland Dr to Market Square Transfer Centerbus 81X
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
5h 1m
$42–94
Drive 84.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shippensburg to Altoonacar 84.3 mi
2h 10m
$16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Dr & Cumberland Dr to Market Square Transfer Centerbus 81X
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
5h 20m
$21–44

Shippensburg to Altoona by bus, foot, and train

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5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Lancaster Dr & Cumberland Dr to Altoona Bus Station via Market Square Transfer Center and Harrisburg Bus Station in around 5h 20m.

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