How to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $73 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, while a flight costs an average of $743.

Distance: 153 miles (247 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is a bus with an average price of $73 (€62).

This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA:

A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA costing on average $78 (€65).

A bus is $670 (€563) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA costing on average $743 (€624).

The fastest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to State College, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 18m.

Flight takes on average 5h 54m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Philadelphia, PA and State College, PA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA among Omio's users.

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from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA

How to get from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound
    9:00 AM4h15
    Philadelphia Bus Station
    1:15 PMState College, N Atherton St (Greyhound Bus Station), PA
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    9:00 AM4h15
    Philadelphia Bus Station
    1:15 PMState College, N Atherton St (Greyhound Bus Station), PA
    $641One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • piedmont airlinesAA5820
    9:50 PM1h10
    Philadelphia International Airport
    11:00 PMUniversity Park Airport
    $4531One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • UnitedUA4520 · UA4253
    10:40 AM3h22
    Philadelphia International Airport
    2:02 PMUniversity Park Airport
    $3021One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA4588 · UA4319
    6:15 AM3h32
    Philadelphia International Airport
    9:47 AMUniversity Park Airport
    $3021One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA4584 · UA4847
    3:08 PM3h51
    Philadelphia International Airport
    6:59 PMUniversity Park Airport
    $3021One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA

Travel to State College, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Philadelphia, PA and State College, PA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is a bus with an average price of $73 (€62).

This is compared to other travel options from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA:

A bus is $4 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA costing on average $78 (€65).

A bus is $670 (€563) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA costing on average $743 (€624).

The fastest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 38m.

Other travel options to State College, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 18m.

Flight takes on average 5h 54m.

The distance from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is approximately 153 miles (247 km).
The average frequency per day from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is:
  • Around 20 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Philadelphia, PA and State College, PA as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Philadelphia International Airport and arrive in University Park Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and arrive in Tyrone Station, Tyrone, PA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Philadelphia Bus Station and arrive in State College, Fox Hill Rd (Regional Airport), PA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, Infobus, FlixBus to go to State College, PA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to State College, PA by train.
  • Travel with piedmont airlines, United to go to State College, PA by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, Infobus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 1 direct flights per day with piedmont airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Harrisburg, PA, Boston, MA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between State College, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in State College, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In State College, PA, you can explore Penn State University and its attractions, including Beaver Stadium, where you can experience the excitement of a Penn State Nittany Lions football game. Downtown State College offers local shops, restaurants, and a lively atmosphere. Enjoy a peaceful walk at The Arboretum at Penn State, or attend concerts and events at the Bryce Jordan Center. Must-see sights include the Palmer Museum of Art and the Penn State Berkey Creamery, where you can enjoy a variety of ice cream flavors. For outdoor enthusiasts, Mount Nittany is a popular hiking destination with panoramic views.
For a fulfilling visit to State College, PA, spending 2 to 3 days is ideal. This allows enough time to explore major attractions such as Penn State University, the Arboretum, and the Palmer Museum of Art, while also enjoying the local dining and shopping options.

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