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Today2 Sept
Tomorrow3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$56
Sat6 Sept
from US$50
Sun7 Sept
from US$62
Mon8 Sept
from US$52
Tue9 Sept
from US$49

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Altoona
    Departure location: Altoona Station
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Altoona to Philadelphia

Bus
Average priceUS$45 - US$65Average duration5h 25m
7kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$50 - US$112Average duration4h 56m
26kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Altoona to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 4 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 56mAverage duration
US$50Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Altoona to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:50
Distance176 miles

Altoona to Philadelphia Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Philadelphia from Altoona, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Altoona - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How far is Philadelphia from Altoona by coach?

    The distance between Altoona and Philadelphia by coach is approximately 175 miles (283 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Philadelphia from Altoona without a car?

    You can travel to Philadelphia from Altoona by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
31/08
US$52
01/09
US$61
Today
US$45
03/09
US$40
04/09
US$41
05/09
US$48
06/09
US$42
07/09
US$54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$78 for a bus ticket from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-09-03.

About Bus Travel

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Altoona to Philadelphia.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Altoona to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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