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

The cheapest way to get from State College to Philadelphia is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from State College to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $55 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Philadelphia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from State College Bus Station station and arriving at Philadelphia. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from State College to Philadelphia?

The distance between State College and Philadelphia is 194 miles. The road distance is 192.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from State College to Philadelphia without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $40 - $170.

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

The bus from State College Bus Station to Philadelphia takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

Bus or fly from State College to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from State College to Philadelphia is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs $40 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $55 - $320 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the State College to Philadelphia bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from State College to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Philadelphia is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from State College to Philadelphia.

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

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Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 904+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to PhiladelphiaGreyhound US0400s
4h 25m
$40–170
Drive 191.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from State College to Philadelphia191.2 mi
3h 32m
$35–51
Fly
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)SCE - PHL
3h 15m
$55–317
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus StationGreyhound US0400s / ...
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to 30th Street StationKeystone Service / ...
4h 32m
$67–140

State College to Philadelphia by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

4h 25mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.4 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from State College Bus Station to Philadelphia once daily. Tickets cost $40–170 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) 4 times a day.

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