Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Altoona

Today1 Aug
from US$68
Tomorrow2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
from US$68
Mon4 Aug
from US$51
Tue5 Aug
from US$59
Wed6 Aug
from US$51
Thu7 Aug
Fri8 Aug

Cheap buses leaving Sunday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 3 August at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Altoona

Bus
Average priceUS$43 - US$186Average duration12h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$92 - US$365Average duration7h 57m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Altoona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 7 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just US$92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
7h 57mAverage duration
US$92Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Altoona: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$79
Average bus trip duration12h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance134 miles
Latest bus departure23:55

Washington to Altoona Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Altoona

  1. What's the distance between Washington and Altoona by coach?

    The distance between Washington and Altoona by coach is approximately 134 miles (215 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Washington to Altoona without a car?

    The best way to go from Washington to Altoona without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/07
No data
31/07
US$36
Today
US$60
02/08
No data
03/08
US$60
04/08
US$44
05/08
US$52
06/08
US$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Altoona was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$36

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

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$102 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43, which is on 2025-08-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Altoona!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Altoona, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Altoona will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Altoona.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Altoona?

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