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Railroaders Memorial Museum
Interactive railroad museum with regional exhibits, model trains, and family-friendly displays explaining Altoona's rail heritage.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
On Tue, Nov 03, we found 1 buses from Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 03 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Tue, Nov 03 the slowest buses will take 1 h 5 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.

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Buses from Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:35, the last at 14:30. The fastest bus covers the 30 miles (49 km) distance in 1h 5m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:35 AM Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot), PA | 1h05 | 12:40 PM Altoona, 11th Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA with Greyhound. Overnight buses available on this route with Greyhound. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Interactive railroad museum with regional exhibits, model trains, and family-friendly displays explaining Altoona's rail heritage.
Small historic house museum inside Baker Mansion featuring artifacts and exhibits on Blair County history and local families.
Community art center with rotating exhibitions, classes, and local creative programming in downtown Altoona.
Large hilltop urban park with overlooks, trails, picnic areas, and broad views of Altoona and surrounding ridges.
Scenic overlook and war memorial area offering one of the best panoramic viewpoints across Altoona.
Revitalized downtown corridor with historic storefronts, theaters, galleries, and an easy walk through Altoona's urban core.
Pennsylvania Dutch chicken pot pie is a thick noodle stew, not a pastry pie, with chicken, potatoes, and broad noodles. It is a regional comfort classic in central Pennsylvania.
Shoofly pie is a classic Pennsylvania Dutch dessert made with molasses crumb filling in pastry. Its deep sweet flavor makes it a hallmark treat across the region.
Whoopie pies are soft chocolate cake sandwiches filled with sweet cream filling. They are strongly associated with Pennsylvania Dutch baking traditions.
Well-known local spot for classic Pennsylvania and American comfort food, especially breakfast and homestyle plates, in a relaxed setting.
Long-running Italian restaurant serving pasta, seafood, and steaks in a traditional dining room popular for family meals and special occasions.
Casual brewpub known for house beers, burgers, and hearty American fare in a lively, social setting near downtown Altoona.
More affordable than major US cities; hotels, meals, and local transport usually cost less, making Altoona a practical choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or up to 10% at cafes if there is table service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA 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 Altoona, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Johnstown, PA to Altoona, PA buses use the Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot) to Altoona, 11th Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Johnstown, PA and Altoona, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot). ATMs are available at Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot).
Ticket office support is available at Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot).
Available at Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Johnstown, Walnut St (Amtrak Train Depot): Wheelchair accessible facilities.