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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Altoona to Grand Rapids. Traveling by bus from Altoona to Grand Rapids usually takes around 20 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 30 minutes.
Distance | 411 mi (662 km) |
Shortest duration | 18h 30m |
Cheapest price | $80.00 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Altoona to Grand Rapids?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Altoona to Grand Rapids. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 4 | 20h 57m | $86.25 |
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 4 bus trips from Altoona to Grand Rapids every day, with the average journey taking around 20 hours and 57 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Grand Rapids usually start from $80.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 411 miles from Altoona to Grand Rapids. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 30 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.
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Altoona to Grand Rapids, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Altoona to Grand Rapids 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 Altoona to Grand Rapids; ticket prices start at $258.00.
City Information
Altoona
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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.
Grand Rapids
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Blessed with unspoiled nature and a blossoming art scene, Grand Rapids is the perfect destination to enjoy a quick weekend getaway. To fully enjoy the vast swath of rolling hills and orchards the city has to offer, head towards Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery, where you can pick apples like a local and enjoy delicious regional wines. This location also features apple products such as apple ciders and apple pies, making it a true haven for foodies. If you wish to explore the historical values and heritage of the city, check out the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, which features plenty of memorabilia of the former president. For even more local produce, head to the Downtown Market.
Due to its proximity to nature, Grand Rapids offers the freshest local home-cooked dishes. Some notable local favorites include The Sovengard, which makes Scandinavian dishes using local ingredients, and six.one.six, an upscale establishment that offers French-inspired dishes similarly featuring local produce.
Grand Rapids includes bus and train service throughout the Midwest and beyond. The nearest airport is the Gerald R. Ford International Airport, located 9.4 miles from the city center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Altoona?
Main departure station: 1231 11th Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Altoona.
All bus stations in Altoona:
1231 11th Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Grand Rapids?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Vernon J. Ehlers Station, opened in 2014 and named after Congressman Vernon Ehlers, is Grand Rapids' primary Amtrak station. It is the terminus of the Amtrak Pere Marquette line that begins in Chicago. The station building has a uniquely lit, red-brick clock tower that has become a landmark of the city and has a large waiting area, restrooms, and vending machines. Located a bit south of downtown, the train station is near a strip of charming antique stores, the Grand Rapids Ballet, and Heartside State Park.
All bus stations in Grand Rapids:
Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Rapid Central Station - 250 Grandville Ave SW
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