Find coaches from New York City to Altoona

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to Altoona on 4 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Altoona StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Altoona StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
GW Bridge
Altoona StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York (Hudson Yards)
Altoona StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Chinatown
Altoona StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Altoona

Bus
Average priceUS$48 - US$185Average duration14h 40m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$70 - US$205Average duration6h 20m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from New York City to Altoona

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Altoona. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 20mAverage duration
US$70Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Altoona: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$70
Average bus trip duration14h 40m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance232 miles
Latest bus departure22:50

New York City to Altoona Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New York City to Altoona. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Altoona

  1. How far is Altoona from New York City by coach?

    The distance between New York City and Altoona by coach is approximately 231 miles (372 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Altoona from New York City without a car?

    The best way to go from New York City to Altoona without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/08
US$55
31/08
US$69
Today
US$112
02/09
US$58
03/09
US$48
04/09
US$48
05/09
US$48
06/09
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Altoona was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$113 for a bus ticket from New York City to Altoona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-09-06.

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 New York City and Altoona!

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 New York City 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 New York City to Altoona.

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

Did you know?

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!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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 New York City to Altoona?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

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