How much is the bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Altoona start at R 358. The average price for this route is around R 685. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

The average bus journey time from Pittsburgh to Altoona is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 135 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Altoona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Altoona at 09:10. And the latest bus departs at 09:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pittsburgh to Altoona?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?

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.

Bus Pittsburgh to Altoona from R 234 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	4h 45m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Intermodal Station	3h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	Fastest
Bus	09:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	4h 45m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Intermodal Station	3h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	Fastest
Bus	09:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	4h 45m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:15	Intermodal Station	3h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	Fastest

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	Cheapest
	Bus	09:15	Intermodal Station	3h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	Fastest

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Intermodal Station	3h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	Fastest
Bus	09:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	4h 45m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Altoona on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	09:10	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	3h 30m	12:40	Altoona Station	Cheapest
Bus	09:15	Intermodal Station	3h 25m	12:40	Altoona Station	Fastest
Bus	09:35	Pittsburgh Intermodal Station	4h 45m	14:20	Altoona Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:57 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh 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 2 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just R 488, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 29mAverage duration

135 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 358 - R 2 133	Average duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 488 - R 631	Average duration2h 29m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 429 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Altoona by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Altoona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to Altoona start at R 358. The average price for this route is around R 685. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Pittsburgh to Altoona?
The average bus journey time from Pittsburgh to Altoona is 3h 30m, covering a distance of 135 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Pittsburgh to Altoona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Pittsburgh to Altoona?
The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to Altoona at 09:10. And the latest bus departs at 09:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona?
A bus trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Pittsburgh to Altoona?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pittsburgh to Altoona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?
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 Pittsburgh to Altoona?
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.

Best price found

10/12

R 407

11/12

R 407

Today

R 433

13/12

R 355

14/12

R 355

15/12

R 355

16/12

R 373

17/12

R 373

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Altoona was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 355

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

You can expect to pay from R 355 to R 996 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 355, which is on 2025-12-13.

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.