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New York to Altoona Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from New York to Altoona?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from New York to Altoona.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PricePLN 293.65 | Avg. PricePLN 404.40 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips5 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration18h 15m | Duration6h 45m |
Bus from New York to Altoona: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from New York to Altoona. Traveling by bus from New York to Altoona usually takes around 17 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 231 mi (371 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 50m |
| Cheapest price | PLN 200.88 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from New York to Altoona?
Bus tickets for a trip from New York to Altoona cost PLN 231.59 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from New York to Altoona by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 27 days in advance. This way, you can save up to PLN 228.28 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from New York to Altoona?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from New York to Altoona that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 20h 4m | PLN 413.08 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 16h 33m | PLN 359.28 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from New York to Altoona, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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 3 bus trips from New York to Altoona every day, with the average journey taking around 16 hours and 33 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Altoona usually start from PLN 201.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New York to Altoona
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 231 miles from New York to Altoona. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 50 minutes. 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.
Because many passengers travel from New York to Altoona at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New York to Altoona, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from New York to Altoona every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New York to Altoona; ticket prices start at PLN 245.70.
City Information
New York
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
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 New York?
Main departure station: Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
Buses to Altoona leave from 7 stations in New York.
All bus stations in New York:
Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
7-11 - Jd Foods
GW Bridge Bus Station
Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St
300-310 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)
145 Canal St
New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Altoona?
Main arrival station: 1231 11th Ave
All buses from New York arrive at one main station in Altoona.
All bus stations in Altoona:
1231 11th Ave
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