What is the cheapest way to get from West Long Branch to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from West Long Branch to Altoona is to bus which costs $45 - $110 and takes 11h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Long Branch to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from West Long Branch to Altoona is to drive which takes 5h 31m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between West Long Branch and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from West Long Branch to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Norwood Ave At Hollywood Ave# and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Asbury Park Transportation Ctr and Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 12m.

Is there a direct train between West Long Branch and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from West Long Branch to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Long Branch and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Newark Penn Station and 30th Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

How far is it from West Long Branch to Altoona?

The distance between West Long Branch and Altoona is 358 miles. The road distance is 284.7 miles.

How do I travel from West Long Branch to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from West Long Branch to Altoona without a car is to train via Philadelphia which takes 8h 49m and costs $95 - $800.

How long does it take to get from West Long Branch to Altoona?

It takes approximately 8h 49m to get from West Long Branch to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Long Branch to Altoona bus from?

West Long Branch to Altoona bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Asbury Park Transportation Ctr station.

Where do I catch the West Long Branch to Altoona train from?

West Long Branch to Altoona train services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Long Branch station.

Train or bus from West Long Branch to Altoona?

The best way to get from West Long Branch to Altoona is to train via Philadelphia which takes 8h 49m and costs $95 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $110 and takes 11h 12m.

Where does the West Long Branch to Altoona bus arrive?

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

Where does the West Long Branch to Altoona train arrive?

West Long Branch to Altoona train services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from West Long Branch to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between West Long Branch to Altoona is 285 miles. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from West Long Branch to Altoona.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 30+ hotels available in Altoona.

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There are 5 ways to get from West Long Branch to Altoona by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or plane

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Train via Philadelphia
best
1. Take the train from Long Branch to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
8h 49m
$96–783
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Asbury Park Transportation Ctr to Market St At 11Th Stbus 317
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
11h 12m
$46–110
Drive 283 mi
1. Drive from West Long Branch to Altoonacar 283 mi
5h 31m
$52–75
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Long Branch to Newark Airport Railroad Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane EWR - PIT
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 46m
$562–1,113
Train
1. Take the train from Long Branch to Newark Penn Stationtrain Njcl / ...
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
9h 3m
$103–233

West Long Branch to Altoona by bus and train

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8h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 356.2 mi
Duration: 8h 49m

What companies run services between West Long Branch, NJ, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Broadway At Pearl St to Altoona Amtrak Station via Long Branch Rail Station, Long Branch, Newark Penn Station, and 30th Street Station in around 8h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Norwood Ave At Hollywood Ave# to Altoona Bus Station via Asbury Park Transportation Ctr, Market St At 11Th St, and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 11h 12m.

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