Bus from Pittsburgh to Altoona: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Pittsburgh to Altoona on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
Altoona StationCheapest
AmtrakBus
Intermodal Station
Altoona StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
Altoona StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:14 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Altoona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 2 hours 29 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
2h 29mAverage Duration
135 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$34 - $113Average Duration3h 30m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$41 - $83Average Duration2h 29m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Altoona 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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Altoona start from $34. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    The average bus travel time from Pittsburgh to Altoona is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 135 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Altoona at 9:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:35am.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona generates an estimated 3 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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

    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
$46
11-26
$49
Today
$42
11-28
$39
11-29
$37
11-30
$54
12-01
$30
12-02
$29
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $193 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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