How to Travel from
San Francisco to Altoona
by Route or Car
Six ways to Travel from San Francisco to Altoona
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (3 761 km)
37 h 4 min
3761 km.
from $206
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Johnstown-Cambria County Airport)
10 h 24 min
3768 km.
from $409.08
Bus, Plane (Fly to Pittsburgh International Airport)
10 h 43 min
3768 km.
from $323.21
Bus
2 d 16 h 5 min
3768 km.
from $802.52
Train
2 d 19 h 38 min
3768 km.
from $707.15
Bus, Plane (Fly to Penn State University Park Airport)
11 h 35 min
3768 km.
from $514.51
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Penn
Ave. Duration:
9h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$815.22
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$217.39–$336.96
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Johnstown-Cambria
Ave. Duration:
7h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$326.09–$597.83
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Penn
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$815.22
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$445.65
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:
$6.52–$65.22
Train from Richmond to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$184.78–$652.17
Train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.83–$173.91
Train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.13–$81.52
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sparks
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$130.43
Bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver
Ave. Duration:
21h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$413.04
Bus from Denver Union Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
30h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$597.83
Bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$86.96
Bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$59.78
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Altoona?
The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Altoona is to fly and train which costs $152.17 - $597.83 and takes 10h 43m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Altoona?
The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Altoona is to fly and train which takes 10h 24m and costs $152.17 - $706.52 .
Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Altoona?
No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco station to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from San Francisco Bus Station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Sparks Transit Center, Denver Union Station and Pittsburgh Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 16h.
Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Altoona?
No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Altoona station. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via Richmond, Chicago Union Station and Pittsburgh Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 19h.
How far is it from San Francisco to Altoona?
The distance between San Francisco and Altoona is 3831 km. The road distance is 4296.2 km.
How do I travel from San Francisco to Altoona without a car?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 16h and costs $184.78 - $1304.35 .
How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Altoona?
It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from San Francisco to Altoona, including transfers.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Altoona bus from?
San Francisco to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Francisco Bus Station.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Altoona train from?
San Francisco to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.
Train or bus from San Francisco to Altoona?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Altoona is to bus which takes 2 days 16h and costs $184.78 - $1304.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $250 - $923.91 and takes 2 days 19h.
Where does the San Francisco to Altoona bus arrive?
San Francisco to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sparks Transit Center station.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Altoona?
Altoona is 3h ahead of San Francisco. It is currently 09:21 in San Francisco and 12:21 in Altoona.
Where does the San Francisco to Altoona train arrive?
San Francisco to Altoona train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.
Can I drive from San Francisco to Altoona?
Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Altoona is 4296 km. It takes approximately 41h 48m to drive from San Francisco to Altoona.
How do I get a bus ticket from San Francisco to Altoona?
Book your San Francisco to Altoona bus tickets online with FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Altoona?
There are 22+ hotels available in Altoona. Prices start at $41.76 per night.
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