Bus from Altoona to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Altoona to Boston on November 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Altoona Station
Boston (South Station)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Altoona Station
Boston (South Station)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Altoona Station
Boston (South Station)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Altoona Station
151 Steel Pl, CambridgeNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Altoona Station
Boston (South Station)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Altoona to Boston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 12 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
12h 3mAverage Duration
646 kmDistance
59kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$157 - $563Average Duration20h 45m
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$229 - $866Average Duration12h 3m
59kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Altoona to Boston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Altoona to Boston start from $157. The average price for this route is around $232. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Altoona to Boston?

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

  3. Which bus companies service the Altoona to Boston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times 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.

  5. 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 a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. 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 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Altoona to Boston?

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

  9. 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
11-25
$330
11-26
$180
Today
$159
11-28
$210
11-29
$303
11-30
$360
12-01
No data
12-02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Altoona to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $159

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 $159 to $556 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 $210 which is on 2025-11-28.

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