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

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 $51.

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

A bus is $34 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA costing on average $85.

A bus is $413 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA costing on average $464.

The fastest way to travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA is by train with an average journey time of 4h 27m.

Other travel options to State College, PA take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 55m.

Flight takes on average 5h 10m.

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 18 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:

• {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Philadelphia International Airport and arrive in University Park Airport.
• {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park), PA and arrive in State College, Fox Hill Rd (Regional Airport), PA.
• {stationMode_3} mostly depart from 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA and arrive in {arrivalStation_3}.

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.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA:

• 2 direct buses per day with Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Philadelphia, PA to State College, PA often also extend their vacation to go to Harrisburg, PA, New York, NY, Newark, NJ, Washington, DC, Pittsburgh, PA. 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.