Bus from Boston, MA, US to Altoona: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Boston to Altoona on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Boston (South Station)
Altoona StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Altoona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 10 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
10h 57mAverage Duration
634 kmDistance
58kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$133 - $503Average Duration1d 1h
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$155 - $898Average Duration10h 57m
58kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Altoona by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Altoona?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Altoona start from $133. The average price for this route is around $239. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to Altoona?

    The average bus travel time from Boston to Altoona is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 640 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Boston to Altoona route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Boston to Altoona?

    The earliest bus departs from Boston to Altoona at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 6:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Altoona?

    A bus trip from Boston to Altoona generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Boston to Altoona?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Altoona?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Boston to Altoona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Altoona?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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