How far is Altoona from Chicago by coach?

The journey from Chicago to Altoona by coach covers an approximate distance of 489 miles (789 km).

What is the best way to go from Chicago to Altoona without flying?

To travel from Chicago to Altoona without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Chicago to Altoona from £45 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Altoona on 10 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:40	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	16h	12:40	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	16h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:38 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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 14 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just £72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

14h 19mAverage duration

489 milesDistance

72kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£50 - £179	Average duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£72 - £172	Average duration14h 19m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,365 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,265 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Altoona

How far is Altoona from Chicago by coach?
The journey from Chicago to Altoona by coach covers an approximate distance of 489 miles (789 km).
What is the best way to go from Chicago to Altoona without flying?
To travel from Chicago to Altoona without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/11

£142

09/11

£55

Today

£102

11/11

£60

12/11

£54

13/11

£50

14/11

£50

15/11

£51

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Altoona was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of £50

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

You can expect to pay from £50 to £142 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £50, which is on 2025-11-13.