Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Altoona on 24 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Altoona StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:27 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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 4 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just €45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 31mAverage duration
281 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€38 - €118Average duration5h 20m
7kg CO₂e
Average price€45 - €127Average duration4h 31m
26kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to Altoona start from €38. The average price for this route is around €43. 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 journey from Philadelphia to Altoona?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Altoona is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 284 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Altoona?

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Altoona at 09:00. And the latest bus departs at 09:00.

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

    A bus journey from Philadelphia to Altoona produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Altoona?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Altoona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Altoona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
21/01
€46
22/01
€48
Today
€52
24/01
€45
25/01
€46
26/01
€41
27/01
€35
28/01
€36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €35

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 €35 to €52 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 €35, which is on 2026-01-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Altoona?

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