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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Altoona is to bus which costs $360 - $600 and takes 2 days 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Altoona is to bus and fly and train which takes 11h 53m and costs $230 - $850.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Tucson station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Tucson Amtrak Station and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 17h.

How far is it from Tucson to Altoona?

The distance between Tucson and Altoona is 1929 miles. The road distance is 2119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Altoona without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 4h and costs $600 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 12h 28m to get from Tucson to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Altoona bus from?

Tucson to Altoona bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson Downtown station.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Altoona train from?

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

Train or bus from Tucson to Altoona?

The best way to get from Tucson to Altoona is to bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $360 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $1,700 and takes 2 days 17h.

Where does the Tucson to Altoona bus arrive?

Tucson to Altoona bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Altoona?

Altoona is 3h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 1:12 PM in Tucson and 4:12 PM in Altoona.

Where does the Tucson to Altoona train arrive?

Tucson to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Altoona is 2119 miles. It takes approximately 35h 57m to drive from Tucson to Altoona.

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

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

Tucson to Altoona - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Country Club and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Tucson Downtown, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.

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There are 9 ways to get from Tucson to Altoona by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly Tucson to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport (JST)plane TUS - JST
2. Take the train from Johnstown Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 28m
$193–790
Fly Tucson to Penn State University Park Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane TUS - SCE
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
12h 14m
$187–766
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
2d 4h
$630–1,409
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
2d 8h
$360–584
Drive 2,107.1 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Altoonacar 2,107.1 mi
35h 57m
$385–556
Fly Tucson to Pittsburgh International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane TUS - PIT
2. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 22m
$230–970
Fly Tucson to Harrisburg International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)plane TUS - MDT
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 2m
$211–882
Bus to Phoenix, fly to Pittsburgh International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane PHX - PIT
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 53m
$235–806
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
2d 17h
$736–1,627

Tucson to Altoona by bus and train

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2d 4hAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,918.2 mi
Duration: 12h 28m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Broadway/Country Club to Altoona Bus Station via Downtown Ronstadt Center, Tucson Downtown, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Phoenix Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station, and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station in around 2d 8h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station in around 2d 17h.

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