PA → PA · about 176 miles
Philadelphia to Altoona bus & train schedule
Amtrak and Greyhound run 14 direct buses and trains a week from Philadelphia to Altoona. The fastest takes 4 hours 30 minutes; the first departure leaves at 7:40 AM and the last at 2:27 PM.
Timetable data from · Schedule last changed
- Buses and trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 4h 30m
- First departure
- 7:40 AM
- Last departure
- 2:27 PM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:40 AM New | 12:18 PM | 4h 38m | Daily from Nov 18 | Philadelphia to Altoona Amtrak Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:00 AM | 2:20 PM | 5h 20m | Daily | Philadelphia to Altoona Bus Station | Greyhound Full timetable |
| 12:42 PM | 5:12 PM | 4h 30m | Daily | Philadelphia to Altoona Amtrak Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:27 PM New | 7:01 PM | 4h 34m | Daily from Nov 18 | Philadelphia to Altoona Amtrak Station | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Philadelphia Where you get off in Altoona The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Philadelphia
Where buses and trains stop in Altoona
- Altoona Amtrak Station Map of Altoona Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Altoona to Philadelphia
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Philadelphia to Altoona?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 4 hours 30 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 34 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Philadelphia to Altoona?
The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM (Daily) and the last at 2:27 PM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Philadelphia to Altoona?
Amtrak and Greyhound run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Philadelphia?
Buses and trains to Altoona leave from Philadelphia Amtrak station and Philadelphia (Bus Terminal).