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Bus Harrisburg to Altoona: Trip Overview

Bus Harrisburg to Altoona: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40
Average bus trip duration3h 5m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure11:15 AM
Distance82 miles (132 km)

Harrisburg to Altoona Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures11:15AM
Minimum Price$31
Average Ticket Price$40
Minimum Trip Duration3h5m
Average Bus Trip Duration3h5m
Distance82 miles (132 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Harrisburg - Altoona

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Altoona. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The average travel time from Harrisburg to Altoona is about 3h 5m, although the fastest bus will take 3h 5m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 82 miles (132 km) that separate the two cities.

Harrisburg and Altoona are 82 miles (132 km) apart.

About 2 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses from Harrisburg to Altoona can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Harrisburg to Altoona by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The only daily bus traveling from Harrisburg to Altoona usually leaves at 11:15 AM and is provided by Greyhound.

The bus ticket costs $40 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $35 to $53, so it's good to do your research before booking.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Harrisburg and Altoona!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Harrisburg to Altoona, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Harrisburg to Altoona that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Harrisburg to Altoona while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

Will you be returning to Harrisburg by bus?

Bus from Altoona to Harrisburg

You can also go to Altoona by train

Train from Harrisburg to Altoona

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