The cheapest and fastest buses from State College, PA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
3
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from State College, PA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $111 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 Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for State College, PA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from State College, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €186.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €374 Average price |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
State College, PA to Washington, DC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $138 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Live departures
State College, PA to Washington, DC bus times
The table below shows live departures for State College, PA to Washington, DC buses for today, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:25 PM State College, PA | 16h40 | 10:05 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:25 PM State College, PA | 10h05 | 6:30 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM State College, PA | 10h00 | 6:30 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:35 PM State College, PA | 10h30 | 10:05 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from State College, PA to Washington, DC
Buses from State College, PA to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€31) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 20m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Greyhound from State College, PA to Washington, DCYou can travel by bus between State College, PA to Washington, DC with Greyhound for as low as $39 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from State College, PA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from State College, PA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from State College, PA to Washington, DC
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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