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Seven ways to Travel from Ottawa to Altoona

Composite routes from Ottawa to Altoona

Cheapest
20 h 26 min
Car
1925 km.
from $105
Other
8 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
585 km.
from $402.63
20 h 44 min
584 km.
from $231.48
21 h 27 min
585 km.
from $279.98
9 h 37 min
Bus, Plane
585 km.
from $486.33
23 h 9 min
Train
582 km.
Select a ticket

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Johnstown-Cambria
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.67–$699.74
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Penn
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$890.58

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Johnstown Amtrak Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.63–$76.34
Train from Montreal Central Station to Ny
Ave. Duration:
11h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.07–$178.12
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$41.98–$152.67

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Ottawa to Montréal
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.45–$95.42
Train from Ottawa to Toronto
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$47.07–$114.50
Train from Toronto Union Station to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.08–$101.78

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Philadelphia to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.81–$152.67
Bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$69.97

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Montreal to New
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.62–$120.86
Bus from New York Midtown to Philadelphia
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.45–$53.43

Fullington Trailways

Phone:
+1 814-574-1827
Website:
fullingtontours.com
Bus from Buffalo to DuBois
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from DuBois to State
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from Rochester, Ny to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.90–$52.16
Bus from DuBois to State
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$45.80

Tour Express

Phone:
514-228-2303
Email:
Website:
tourexpress.ca/
Bus from Ottawa, ON - 600 Cumberland St to Montreal,
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.72–$30.53

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Altoona is to drive which costs $103.26 - $152.17 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Altoona is to fly and train which takes 8h 29m and costs $152.17 - $706.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Ottawa, ON - 600 Cumberland St and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Montreal, New York Midtown and Philadelphia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Ottawa and Altoona?

No, there is no direct train from Ottawa to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Montreal Central Station and Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 27m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Altoona?

The distance between Ottawa and Altoona is 695 km. The road distance is 747 km.

How do I travel from Ottawa to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 20h 44m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 .

How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Altoona?

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Ottawa to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Altoona bus from?

Ottawa to Altoona bus services, operated by Tour Express, depart from Ottawa, ON - 600 Cumberland St station.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Altoona train from?

Ottawa to Altoona train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Ottawa station.

Train or bus from Ottawa to Altoona?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Altoona is to bus which takes 20h 44m and costs $76.09 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $97.83 - $369.57 and takes 21h 27m.

Where does the Ottawa to Altoona bus arrive?

Ottawa to Altoona bus services, operated by Tour Express, arrive at Montreal, QC - 1597 Rue St-Hubert station.

Where does the Ottawa to Altoona train arrive?

Ottawa to Altoona train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Montréal station.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Altoona is 747 km. It takes approximately 8h 30m to drive from Ottawa to Altoona.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottawa to Altoona?

Book your Ottawa to Altoona train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 22+ hotels available in Altoona. Prices start at $41.76 per night.
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