How to get from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA by bus?

University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA - Bus Schedule

The 3 bus from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA runs from 4:51 AM to 11:18 PM, with departures every 20 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 37 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA by bus

To get from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA in Altoona, take the 3 bus from University Ave / 68th St, Wht station to 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station. Next, take the 17 bus from 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station to 34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The bus schedule from University Ave / 68th St, Wht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

97min
Bus - 33
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from University Ave / 68th St, Wht

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    University Ave / 68th St, Wht
  • 2
    Bus - 33
    Wait for bus
    3
    Dart Central Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm
    ID 541
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm
    ID 580
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Altoona
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt
    ID 4283
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Altoona, IA
    Walk to
    Altoona, IA
    2.17 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA by bus via 74, 52 and 17

To get from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 74 bus from 73rd St / Walmart Southbound, Wht station to 22nd St / Westown Pkwy, Wdm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 52 bus and finally take the 17 bus from 6th Ave / Crocker St, Dsm station to 34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus schedule from University Ave / 68th St, Wht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

116min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7474
Bus - 5252
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from 73rd St / Walmart Southbound, Wht

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    73rd St / Walmart Southbound, Wht
    ID 1555
    690 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7474
    Wait for bus
    74
    NW Urbandale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    22nd St / Westown Pkwy, Wdm
    ID 3475
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westown Pkwy / 22nd St, Wdm
    ID 2804
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Dart Central Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    7th St / Crocker St, Dsm
    ID 612
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Crocker St, Dsm
    ID 559
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Altoona
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt
    ID 4283
    29 min
  • 10
    Walk to Altoona, IA
    Walk to
    Altoona, IA
    2.17 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA

The distance between University Ave / 68th St, Wht and Altoona, IA is approximately 14.98 mi, which can typically be travelled in 97 min. Moovit will show you the directions from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Altoona – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA

To check the bus schedule from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (University Ave / 68th St, Wht) and destination (Altoona, IA), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA by bus via 74, 52 and 17

To get from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 74 bus from 73rd St / Walmart Southbound, Wht station to 22nd St / Westown Pkwy, Wdm station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 52 bus and finally take the 17 bus from 6th Ave / Crocker St, Dsm station to 34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The bus schedule from University Ave / 68th St, Wht may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Altoona, IA on the Moovit app.

116min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7474
Bus - 5252
Bus - 1717
Walk to Altoona, IA
Leaves from 73rd St / Walmart Southbound, Wht

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    73rd St / Walmart Southbound, Wht
    ID 1555
    690 yd • 9 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7474
    Wait for bus
    74
    NW Urbandale
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    22nd St / Westown Pkwy, Wdm
    ID 3475
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Westown Pkwy / 22nd St, Wdm
    ID 2804
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Dart Central Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    7th St / Crocker St, Dsm
    ID 612
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    6th Ave / Crocker St, Dsm
    ID 559
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 1717
    Wait for bus
    17
    Altoona
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    34th Ave SW / Aldi, Alt
    ID 4283
    29 min
  • 10
    Walk to Altoona, IA
    Walk to
    Altoona, IA
    2.17 mi • 45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA?

    The fastest way takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 3, Bus line 17.

  • What is the alternative route to get from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA?

    The alternative route takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 74, Bus line 52, Bus line 17.

  • Is there a direct bus between University Ave / 68th St, Wht and Altoona, IA?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 37 min.

  • Which bus line goes from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA?

    The 3 bus line goes from 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm station near University Ave / 68th St, Wht in Windsor Heights to 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm station near Altoona, IA.

  • How long does it take to travel from University Ave / 68th St, Wht to Altoona, IA by bus?

    The total travel time between University Ave / 68th St, Wht and Altoona, IA by bus is about 1 hr 37 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near University Ave / 68th St, Wht to get to Altoona, IA?

    Get on the 3 bus from the 6th Ave / Ascension St, Dsm stop near University Ave / 68th St, Wht in Windsor Heights.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between University Ave / 68th St, Wht and Altoona, IA?

    Get off the bus at the 6th Ave / Mercy Hospital, Dsm stop, which is closest to Altoona, IA.

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