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Today11 Aug
Tomorrow12 Aug
from US$50
Wed13 Aug
from US$48
Thu14 Aug
from US$48
Fri15 Aug
from US$52
Sat16 Aug
from US$52
Sun17 Aug
from US$54
Mon18 Aug
from US$50

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 12 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: 12 August at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Altoona

Bus
Average priceUS$47 - US$203Average duration5h 20m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$50 - US$112Average duration4h 30m
26kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Philadelphia to Altoona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 30mAverage duration
US$50Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to Altoona: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52
Average bus trip duration5h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure09:00
Distance176 miles
Latest bus departure20:30

Philadelphia to Altoona Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Philadelphia to Altoona, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - Altoona

  1. How far is Altoona from Philadelphia by coach?

    The distance between Philadelphia and Altoona by coach is approximately 175 miles (283 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Altoona from Philadelphia without a car?

    You can travel to Altoona from Philadelphia by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09/08
US$48
10/08
US$48
Today
US$44
12/08
US$42
13/08
US$40
14/08
US$40
15/08
US$44
16/08
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona was searched and found on 13 Aug 2025 with a price of US$40

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$48 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-08-13.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Philadelphia to Altoona.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Philadelphia to Altoona.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Philadelphia to Altoona that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Philadelphia to Altoona, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona

You can also go to Altoona by train

Train from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona

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