The cheapest and fastest buses from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
23 h 40 m
Average duration
23 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 1 buses that leave Altoona, PA for Durham, NC on Fri, May 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 23 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 23 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest buses will take 23 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:30 PM23h40Altoona, PA6:10 PMDurham, NC$901One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM23h40Altoona, PA6:10 PMDurham, NC$901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Altoona, PA to Durham, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $90. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 23h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $90, and a train costs an average of $299.
Distance: 313 miles (505 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$90 Average price Cheapest | $299 Average price |
24h 10m Average total duration Fastest 23h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 28m Average total duration 31h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC:
A bus is $208 (€168) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC costing on average $299 (€241).
Other travel options to Durham, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 31h 58m.
Altoona, PA to Durham, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 36h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 23h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Live departures
Altoona, PA to Durham, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Altoona, PA to Durham, NC buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 PM Altoona, PA | 23h40 | 6:10 PM Durham, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC
Buses from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 23h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:10, the last at 09:10. The fastest bus covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 23h 40m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 23h 40m |
First bus 9:10 AM |
Last bus 9:10 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Altoona, PA to Durham, NCYou can travel by bus between Altoona, PA to Durham, NC with Greyhound for as low as $90 (€73). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Altoona, PA to Durham, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Durham, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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