What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to State College?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to State College is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to State College?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia to State College is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and State College?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Philadelphia and arriving at State College Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Philadelphia to State College?

The distance between Philadelphia and State College is 194 miles. The road distance is 192.8 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia to State College without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to State College without a car is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $40 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia to State College?

The bus from Philadelphia to State College Bus Station takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia to State College bus from?

Philadelphia to State College bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Bus or fly from Philadelphia to State College?

The best way to get from Philadelphia to State College is to bus which takes 4h 15m and costs $40 - $220. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $55 - $320 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Philadelphia to State College bus arrive?

Philadelphia to State College bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at State College Bus Station.

Can I drive from Philadelphia to State College?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia to State College is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Philadelphia to State College.

How do I get a bus ticket from Philadelphia to State College?

Book your Philadelphia to State College bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near State College?

There are 53+ hotels available in State College.

Philadelphia to State College - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Philadelphia to State College by bus (Greyhound), train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to State College Bus StationGreyhound US0400s
4h 15m
$40–220
Drive 191.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Philadelphia to State College191.7 mi
3h 31m
$35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to HarrisburgKeystone Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to State College Bus StationGreyhound US0400s / ...
4h 45m
$59–204
Fly
1. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)PHL - SCE
3h 48m
$58–318

Philadelphia to State College by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

4h 15mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and State College, PA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Philadelphia to State College Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–220 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) 3 times a day.

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