Bus Tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Altoona

Find affordable bus tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Altoona with flexible options. Book your trip now

Join 75M+ travelers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every step.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
TodayJun 23
TomorrowJun 24
from $110
WedJun 25
ThuJun 26
from $102
FriJun 27
SatJun 28
from $102
SunJun 29
from $76
MonJun 30

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 24 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (17th St and Ambler)
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: June 24 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 24 at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 24 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 24 at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 24 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 24 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
    Arrival time: June 25 at
    Destination city: Altoona
    Destination location: Altoona Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Altoona.

Average Price$59 - $160Average Duration15h 30m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$123 - $224Average Duration11h 47m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Richmond to Altoona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 11 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
11h 47mAverage Duration
$123Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Richmond to Altoona: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$94
Average bus trip duration15h 30m
Number of daily buses3.7777777777777777
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance213 miles (342 km)
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Richmond to Altoona Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Richmond to Altoona is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Richmond to Altoona.

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Richmond, VA, US - Altoona

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/21
No data
06/22
No data
Today
$87
06/24
$103
06/25
No data
06/26
$102
06/27
No data
06/28
$100
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to Altoona was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of $87

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

You can expect to pay from $87 to $168 for a bus ticket from Richmond to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-06-28.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Richmond to Altoona.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Richmond to Altoona.

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 Richmond to Altoona.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Richmond to Altoona.

Did you know?

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

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Richmond by bus?

Bus from Richmond to Altoona

You can also go to Altoona by train

Train from Richmond to Altoona

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud makes bus travel easy. We help travelers find a bus, plot routes, and book intercity bus tickets all over the world. Use Busbud to book your trip online, in your own language and currency, wherever you are. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

Popular Buses Connecting Richmond

Buses Leaving from Richmond

Buses Going to Richmond

Popular Buses Connecting Altoona

Buses Leaving from Altoona

Buses Going to Altoona