How to travel from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA

There are 2 options to travel between Altoona, PA and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA is a bus with an average price of €53.

This is compared to other travel options from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA:

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA costing on average €65.

The fastest way to travel from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 10m.

The distance from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA is approximately 174 miles (281 km).

The average frequency per day from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA is:

• Around 2 buses per day.
• Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Altoona, PA and Philadelphia, PA as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA:

• Buses mostly depart from Altoona, 11th Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), PA and arrive in Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA.
• Trains mostly depart from Altoona Station, Altoona, PA and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
• Travel with Greyhound to go to Philadelphia, PA by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 1 direct buses per day with Greyhound.

Omio customers who travel from Altoona, PA to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Washington, DC, Newark, NJ, Atlantic City, NJ, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Philadelphia, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Philadelphia, PA, you can visit the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art enthusiasts can explore the Philadelphia Museum of Art, known for its vast collection and the famous Rocky Steps. For a taste of local culture, head to Reading Terminal Market, a bustling indoor space with diverse food options. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo offers a chance to see a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits.

To experience Philadelphia's key attractions, such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Reading Terminal Market, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient.