Bus Tickets from Washington (DC), US to Altoona

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TodayJun 8
from US$139
TomorrowJun 9
from US$74
TueJun 10
from US$111
WedJun 11
from US$111
ThuJun 12
from US$91
FriJun 13
SatJun 14
SunJun 15

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 9 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Altoona

Average PriceUS$61 - US$139Average Duration12h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$92 - US$267Average Duration8h 7m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Altoona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 8 hours 7 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 7mAverage Duration
US$92Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington to Altoona: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$91
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 45m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure11:55pm
Distance216 km

Washington to Altoona Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington (DC), US - Altoona

  1. How long does it take to get to Altoona from Washington by bus?

    The trip from Washington to Altoona will take on average 12h 45m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Altoona in about 12h 45m.

  2. What is the distance between Washington and Altoona?

    It's about 215 km (134 miles) from Washington to Altoona.

  3. What is the cheapest way to travel from Washington to Altoona?

    The least expensive option to go from Washington to Altoona would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$61, making this your best choice for this trip.

  4. How much is the bus from Washington to Altoona?

    Taking the bus from Washington to Altoona costs on average US$91.

  5. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Washington to Altoona?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Washington until 11:55pm and reaching Altoona on the following day.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$131
06-09
US$66
06-10
US$103
06-11
US$103
06-12
US$83
06-13
US$76
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Altoona was searched and found on Jun 9, 2025 with a price of US$66

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington to Altoona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$66 to US$131 for a bus ticket from Washington to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$66 which is on 2025-06-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Altoona!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Altoona, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Altoona will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Altoona?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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