How much is the bus ticket from Altoona to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from Altoona to Boston start from $80. The average price for this route is around $150. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Altoona to Boston?

The average bus trip duration from Altoona to Boston is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 397 miles (640 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Altoona to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Altoona to Boston?

The earliest bus departs from Altoona to Boston at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Altoona to Boston?

A bus trip from Altoona to Boston generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Altoona to Boston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Altoona to Boston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Altoona to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Altoona to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Altoona to Boston from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Altoona to Boston on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:30pm	Altoona Station	20h 55m	11:25am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
12:50pm	Altoona Station	16h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
12:50pm	Altoona Station	21h 8m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
12:50pm	Altoona Station	21h 8m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
12:50pm	Altoona Station	21h 15m	10:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags

Next departures for Altoona to Boston on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50pm	Altoona Station	16h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
	12:50pm	Altoona Station	21h 8m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	20h 45m	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	12:50pm	Altoona Station	21h 8m	9:58am	Back Bay Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	1d 4h	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for Altoona to Boston on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50pm	Altoona Station	16h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	20h 45m	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	1d 4h	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for Altoona to Boston on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	1d 4h	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
	12:50pm	Altoona Station	16h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	20h 45m	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Next departures for Altoona to Boston on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50pm	Altoona Station	16h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	20h 45m	11:15am	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	2:30pm	Altoona Station	1d 4h	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for Altoona to Boston on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:30pm	Altoona Station	20h 55m	11:25am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
		12:50pm	Altoona Station	16h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:02 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Altoona to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 11 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

11h 57mAverage Duration

393 milesDistance

58kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$80 - $361	Average Duration20h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$109 - $602	Average Duration11h 57m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,631 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,421 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Altoona to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Altoona to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from Altoona to Boston start from $80. The average price for this route is around $150. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Altoona to Boston?
The average bus trip duration from Altoona to Boston is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 397 miles (640 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Altoona to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Altoona to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Altoona to Boston at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Altoona to Boston?
A bus trip from Altoona to Boston generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Altoona to Boston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Altoona to Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Altoona to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Altoona to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/06

$94

12/07

$93

Today

$100

12/09

$104

12/10

No data

12/11

$104

12/12

$125

12/13

$155

The cheapest trip from Altoona to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $93

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

You can expect to pay from $93 to $451 for a bus ticket from Altoona to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-09.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.