How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Altoona?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Altoona start from $52. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 New York City to Altoona?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to Altoona is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 232 miles (373 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New York City to Altoona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Altoona?

The earliest bus departs from New York City to Altoona at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Altoona?

A bus trip from New York City to Altoona generates an estimated 9 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 New York City 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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Altoona?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Altoona?

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

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City 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.

Bus New York City to Altoona from $56 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Altoona on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	13h 50m	12:40pm	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New York City to Altoona on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	16h 40m	12:40pm	Altoona Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:50pm	New York Port Authority	13h 50m	12:40pm	Altoona Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:40pm	New York (Hudson Yards)	18h	12:40pm	Altoona Station	No tags
	Bus	10:35pm	GW Bridge	14h 5m	12:40pm	Altoona Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	NYC Chinatown Lucky Star	1d	12:40pm	Altoona Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:34 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Altoona

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 16 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

16h 40mAverage Duration

232 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $451	Average Duration16h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $245	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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.

How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Altoona?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Altoona start from $52. The average price for this route is around $88. 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 New York City to Altoona?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to Altoona is 16h 40m, covering a distance of 232 miles (373 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Altoona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Altoona?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Altoona at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Altoona?
A bus trip from New York City to Altoona generates an estimated 9 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 New York City 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Altoona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Altoona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City 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

11/26

$286

11/27

$116

Today

$133

11/29

$153

11/30

$259

12/01

No data

12/02

$63

12/03

$67

The cheapest trip from New York City to Altoona was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $303 for a bus ticket from New York City to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-02.