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

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

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

The fastest way to get from State College to Philadelphia, PA is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs $55 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Philadelphia, PA?

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, PA?

The distance between State College and Philadelphia, PA is 196 miles. The road distance is 192.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from State College to Philadelphia, PA without a car is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from State College to Philadelphia, PA, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from State College to Philadelphia, PA?

The best way to get from State College to Philadelphia, PA is to bus which takes 4h 36m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $55 - $340 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the State College to Philadelphia, PA bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between State College and Philadelphia, PA?

Philadelphia, PA is 1h behind State College. It is currently 10:36 PM in State College and 9:36 PM in Philadelphia, PA.

Can I drive from State College to Philadelphia, PA?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Philadelphia, PA is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from State College to Philadelphia, PA.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia, PA?

There are 952+ hotels available in Philadelphia, PA.

State College to Philadelphia, PA - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from State College to Philadelphia, PA by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or train

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 State College Bus Station to Philadelphiabus Greyhound US0400s
4h 36m
$35–60
Drive 191.4 mi
1. Drive from State College to Philadelphia, PAcar 191.4 mi
3h 35m
$35–51
Fly
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane SCE - PHL
3h 17m
$55–337
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s / ...
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
4h 41m
$60–90
Bus via Philadelphia, PA (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Philadelphiabus Greyhound US0400s
4h 50m
$35–60

State College to Philadelphia, PA by bus and subway (Greyhound)

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4h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.1 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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 $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) 3 times a day.

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