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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Altoona Station | Boston (South Station) | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Altoona Station | Back Bay Station | No tags | |||||
| Altoona Station | Boston (South Station) | No tags | |||||
| Altoona Station | Back Bay Station | No tags | |||||
| Altoona Station | South Station (Train Terminal) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Altoona to Boston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 12 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just £123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Altoona to Boston, MA, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Altoona to Boston?
The cheapest coach tickets from Altoona to Boston start from £85. The average price for this route is around £126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Altoona to Boston?
The average bus journey time from Altoona to Boston is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 397 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Altoona to Boston route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Altoona to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from Altoona to Boston at 12:50. And the latest bus departs at 14:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Altoona to Boston?
A bus journey from Altoona to Boston produces an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Altoona to Boston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Altoona to Boston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Altoona to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Altoona to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Altoona to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £73To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Altoona to Boston, MA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £73 to £350 for a bus ticket from Altoona to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £73, which is on 2025-12-06.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Altoona to Boston, MA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
