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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | Altoona Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:01 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Altoona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 6 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, 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 Newark, NJ to Altoona by bus
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Altoona was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Altoona, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $270 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Altoona?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
