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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Altoona Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Altoona Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Altoona Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Altoona Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Altoona Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Altoona to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Altoona to Chicago 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 Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Altoona to Chicago start from $71. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Chicago?
The average bus trip duration from Altoona to Chicago is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 489 miles (788 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Altoona to Chicago route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Altoona to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Altoona to Chicago at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Altoona to Chicago?
A bus trip from Altoona to Chicago generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Altoona to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $113To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Altoona to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $113 to $326 for a bus ticket from Altoona to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Altoona to Chicago?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
