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

The cheapest way to get from State College to Swarthmore is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from State College to Swarthmore is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from State College to Swarthmore?

The distance between State College and Swarthmore is 201 miles. The road distance is 182.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from State College to Swarthmore without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 28m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from State College to Swarthmore, including transfers.

Can I drive from State College to Swarthmore?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Swarthmore is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from State College to Swarthmore.

Where can I stay near Swarthmore?

There are 786+ hotels available in Swarthmore.

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

There are 4 ways to get from State College to Swarthmore by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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, train
best
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 / ...
5h 28m
$66–140
Drive 181.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from State College to Swarthmorecar 181.8 mi
3h 33m
$34–48
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Philadelphiabus Greyhound US0400s
5h 43m
$42–167
Fly, train
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane SCE - PHL
2. Take the train from Penn Medicine Station to Swarthmoretrain
3h 51m

State College to Swarthmore by bus and train

12Weekly Services

5h 28mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.9 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from State College Bus Station to Philadelphia once daily. Tickets cost $35–170 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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