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Military Aviation Museum
Large aviation museum displaying restored World War I and World War II aircraft, with one of the country's best historic flying collections.
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
20 h 10 m
Average duration
20 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
467 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $190. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $190, and a flight costs an average of $420.
Distance: 290 miles (467 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$202 Average price Cheapest | $442 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 2m Average total duration 16h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA:
A bus is $240 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $442 (€362).
Other travel options to Virginia Beach, VA take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 32m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 17h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $207 |
The table below shows live departures for State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:50 PM State College, PA | 20h10 | 10:00 AM Virginia Beach, VA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $190 (€156) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 16:30. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (467 km) distance in 14h 25m.
Distance 290 miles (467 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $190 (€156) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 25m |
First bus 1:55 AM |
Last bus 4:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Large aviation museum displaying restored World War I and World War II aircraft, with one of the country's best historic flying collections.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff a few USD, and round up for cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Virginia Beach, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most State College, PA to Virginia Beach, VA buses use the State College, N Atherton St (Greyhound Bus Station) to Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach Blvd (Circle D Food Mart) station pair. Use this guide to compare State College, PA and Virginia Beach, VA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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