Bus from Philadelphia, PA to State College: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to State College on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Fullington TrailwaysBus
    12 Schuylkill Ave
    State College Bus StationCheapest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
    199 Spring Garden St.
    State College Bus StationFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Bus
    199 Spring Garden St.
    State College Arpt (E)No tags
    Fullington TrailwaysBus
      12 Schuylkill Ave
      State College (SCE - Airport)No tags
      FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      Bus
      Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
      State College Bus StationNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:21 PM EST.

      Get from Philadelphia to State College

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 550, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      7bus per day
      6h 20mAverage duration
      258 kmDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to State College by bus

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to State College?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to State College start at R 550. The average price for this route is around R 1 080. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to State College?

        The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to State College is 6h 20m, covering a distance of 258 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Fullington.

      3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to State College route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from OurBus, Fullington, Greyhound, FlixBus.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to State College?

        The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to State College at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to State College?

        A bus trip from Philadelphia to State College produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

      6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to State College?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3169 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to State College?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

      8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to State College?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to State College?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is OurBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      04/12
      R 868
      05/12
      R 1 075
      Today
      R 868
      07/12
      R 902
      08/12
      R 781
      09/12
      R 642
      10/12
      R 625
      11/12
      R 660
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to State College was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 625

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to State College as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from R 625 to R 1 126 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to State College based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 625, which is on 2025-12-10.

      Usually Fullington will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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