Cheap coach tickets from Altoona to Arlington

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Coach from Altoona to Arlington: Journey Information

There is one daily coach from Altoona to Arlington. Travelling by coach from Altoona to Arlington usually takes around 7 hours and 45 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance
132 mi (213 km)
Shortest duration
7h 45m
Cheapest price
£71.14
Trips per day
1
Most frequent service
Greyhound
Coach lines
1

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How much is a coach ticket from Altoona to Arlington?

Coach tickets for a trip from Altoona to Arlington cost about £71 when you book at the cheapest time, 13 days ahead. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than £71. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Altoona to Arlington by travel date

£90£60£30Nov

Prices as travel date approaches

£125£100£75£50£2510

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 13 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £31.09 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Altoona to Arlington?

There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Altoona to Arlington. Greyhound is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound17h 45m£83.87
  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 coach trip from Altoona to Arlington every day, with the average journey taking around 7 hours and 45 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Arlington usually start from £71.14.

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Altoona to Arlington

There is usually only one coach per day from Altoona to Arlington. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.

Trips per day

1

Direct trips

0

The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 132 miles from Altoona to Arlington. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

132

Distance (km)

213

There is usually only one coach per day from Altoona to Arlington. It leaves the station in Altoona at 12:50 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

Earliest coach

12:50pm

Latest coach

12:50pm

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the coach is on any given day.

Most crowded

Saturday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

Altoona

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Altoona is a central Pennsylvania city located deep in the Alleghany Mountains, with prominent landmarks that appeal to art and history buffs and rail fans. The Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark is a popular engineering site, while Altoona features skiable mountains with challenging slopes at Blue Knob and locations for mountain biking, tennis, swimming, and golf. Train fans can also check out the Railroaders Memorial Museum, while other landmarks include the Cathedral of Blessed Sacrament, Mishler Theatre, and Jaffa Shrine Center. Families can visit Lakemont Park with roller coasters, picnic spaces, and water slides.

Beer lovers will enjoy Altoona for its breweries and festivals, like the Annual Beer Wine Spirits Festival, Rails & Ales Brewfest, and the Annual Tyrone Hops & Vines Festivals. The city is always bustling with things to do, like live music shows, spoken word nights, yoga, and flower workshops. There are also several breweries to visit and bustling nightlife in the downtown area.

Hop on an Amtrak train or Amtrak Thruway coach to get to the city from anywhere in the country. Within Altoona, the Altoona Metro Transit provides coach and paratransit services to residents.

Arlington

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Located just across the Potomac from Washington, D.C., Arlington is rich in cultural heritage and historical values. One of the most popular attractions in the city is the Arlington National Cemetery, where more than 400,000 soldiers have been laid to rest. The cemetery is also the home of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which has been guarded around the clock since 1937. Visiting the cemetery is free, and it’s one of the top free things to do in the DC area. For culturally inclined tourists, you might be interested in the Signature Theatre and their currently-screening shows. This award-winning theatre is a vibrant creative space where people are always striving for new ideas.

As a modern city, Arlington is full of exciting establishments that will cater to all your needs. If you wish to grab a cup of coffee for a wake-up call in the morning, Commonwealth Joe Coffee Roasters is a local favourite with over 14 years of experience. For the best pizza slices in town, check out Pupatella.

Coach service departs and arrives directly in Arlington, and you can head into neighbouring Washington, D.C. or Alexandria to catch an Amtrak train. The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is located just 4.2 miles from the centre of Arlington.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Altoona?

Main departure station: 1231 11th Ave

Most coaches depart from the main station in Altoona.

All coach stations in Altoona:

  • 1231 11th Ave

Where does the coach arrive in Arlington?

Main arrival station: 1601 N Kent St, Corner Wilson Blvd.

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All coaches from Altoona arrive at one main station in Arlington.

Intercity coaches, including FlixBus and Vamoose, stop at the Rosslyn Bus Station for trips in and out of Arlington. The station is a kerbside stop at 1801 North Lynn Street, right before the intersection with 19th Street. Although the kerbside stop does not offer any services or amenities, the surrounding Rosslyn area provides a wealth of quick eats and coffee shops where you can comfortably spend time before the coach arrives. The Rosslyn metro station is located only one block away, with entrances on Moore St, and connections on the blue, orange, and silver lines to destinations throughout the D.C. area.

Coach stations in Arlington:

  • 1601 N Kent St, Corner Wilson Blvd.

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