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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Stamford to Altoona. Traveling by bus from Stamford to Altoona usually takes around 25 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 257 mi (413 km) |
Shortest duration | 25h 30m |
Cheapest price | $193.96 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Stamford to Altoona?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stamford to Altoona. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 1 | 1d 1h 30m | $193.96 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 bus trips from Stamford to Altoona every day, with the average journey taking around 25 hours and 30 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Altoona usually start from $194.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 25 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 257 miles from Stamford to Altoona. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stamford to Altoona. It leaves the station in Stamford at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stamford to Altoona. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Stamford to Altoona; ticket prices start at $114.00.
City Information
Stamford
Stamford is one of the most populous cities in the state of Connecticut, and many residents commute into New York City, about 30 miles southwest. You can even see NYC from Greenwich Point Park, a scenic spot on Long Island Sound. But don't get too distracted by the Big Apple; there is plenty to enjoy in Stamford itself!
The Stamford Museum and Nature Center is a 118-acre museum that includes a working farm, an art gallery, outdoor trails, a planetarium, an otter pond, and endless activities for visitors of all ages. Visitors of legal ages will also love the many clubs, bars, and breweries in downtown Stamford. Some popular spots for drinks and dinner are Olio, Brasitas, and ZAZA Italian Gastrobar.
Stamford is a major transportation hub for travelers in the region. The Stamford train station is the second-busiest in the Metro-North system, after only Grand Central Station. Commuter rails connect Stamford to New York City and New Haven, and Amtrak trains provide service to Boston, Washington, and beyond. Or, OurBus and Greyhound offer intercity bus tickets as a more affordable alternative to trains. Stamford benefits from many airports in the region, but the closest international airport is LaGuardia in Queens.
Altoona
Image credit: Carol VanHook
Link to image attributionAltoona 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 bus to get to the city from anywhere in the country. Within Altoona, the Altoona Metro Transit provides bus and paratransit services to residents.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Stamford?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 30 Station Pl
Most buses depart from the main station in Stamford.
All bus stations in Stamford:
Bus Terminal - 30 Station Pl
Where does the bus arrive in Altoona?
Main arrival station: 1231 11th Ave
All buses from Stamford arrive at one main station in Altoona.
All bus stations in Altoona:
1231 11th Ave
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