What is the cheapest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Wilkes-Barre and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Wilkes Barre, Pa and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via State College Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona?

The distance between Wilkes-Barre and Altoona is 178 miles. The road distance is 168.3 miles.

How do I travel from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wilkes-Barre to Altoona bus from?

Wilkes-Barre to Altoona bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Wilkes Barre, Pa station.

Where does the Wilkes-Barre to Altoona bus arrive?

Wilkes-Barre to Altoona bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at State College, Pa station.

Can I drive from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Wilkes-Barre to Altoona is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona.

How do I get a bus ticket from Wilkes-Barre to Altoona?

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 28+ hotels available in Altoona.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Barre, Pa to State College, Pabus 815
2. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
4h 53m
$55–101
Drive 167.3 mi
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1. Drive from Wilkes-Barre to Altoonacar 167.3 mi
2h 59m
$31–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wilkes Barre, Pa to Harrisburg, Pabus 771
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 1m
$62–152

Wilkes-Barre to Altoona by bus

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4h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Wilkes-Barre, PA, USA and Altoona, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Wilkes Barre, Pa to Altoona Bus Station via State College Bus Station in around 4h 53m.

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