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

The cheapest way to get from Trenton to Altoona is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trenton to Altoona is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Trenton and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Trenton to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from South Broad St At Hudson St and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Trenton and Altoona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Trenton and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Trenton to Altoona?

The distance between Trenton and Altoona is 266 miles. The road distance is 246.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Trenton to Altoona without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $85 - $180.

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

The train from Trenton to Altoona Amtrak Station takes 5h 28m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Trenton to Altoona bus from?

Trenton to Altoona bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from South Broad St At Hudson St station.

Where do I catch the Trenton to Altoona train from?

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

Train or bus from Trenton to Altoona?

The best way to get from Trenton to Altoona is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Trenton to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Trenton to Altoona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trenton to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Trenton to Altoona is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Trenton to Altoona.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Trenton 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
5h 28m
$85–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Broad St At Hudson St to Market St At 11Th Stbus 409
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
8h 32m
$41–95
Drive 244.8 mi
1. Drive from Trenton to Altoonacar 244.8 mi
4h 34m
$45–65

Trenton to Altoona by train (Amtrak)

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Trenton, 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 bus from South Broad St At Hudson St to Altoona Bus Station via Market St At 11Th St and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 8h 32m.

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