Fullington offers 2 daily buses from State College to Philadelphia. Though the average price for this trip is R 1 091, you can find tickets starting at R 859. The trip between the two cities usually takes about 362.
Based on 3188 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. OurBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 963
OurBus State College Philadelphia recent customer reviews
It was just a very bumpy ride the whole way. I was motion sick the whole time.
Based on 12162 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 719
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 149
Amtrak State College Philadelphia recent customer reviews
My bus left from state college and arrived at harrisburg on time. But my train to Philadelphia from harrisburg got cancelled. I almost missed a flight because i had to figure out how to get Philadelphia on time.
Based on 87518 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 654
Greyhound State College Philadelphia recent customer reviews
the interior of the bus is not comfortable and clearly uncared for: the seats are falling out, uncomfortable, and smelly. overall, a bad experience.
2 out of 5 stars
Ismail M.
It would have been much more convenient if there was a stop at King of Prussia Mall.
5 out of 5 stars
John Y.
Missed connection in Harrisburg. Cost me 239.00 to take uber to get to airport on time
Frequently asked questions about travelling from State College to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from State College to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Philadelphia start at R 654. The average price for this route is around R 882. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from State College to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from State College to Philadelphia is 7h 50m, covering a distance of 248 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Fullington.
Which bus companies service the State College to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Fullington, OurBus, FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from State College to Philadelphia at 05:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from State College to Philadelphia produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from State College to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from State College to Philadelphia?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from State College to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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R 798
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R 749
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R 765
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R 928
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R 749
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R 846
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R 684
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R 651
The cheapest trip from State College to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 651
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 651 to R 1 416 for a bus ticket from State College to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 651, which is on 2026-02-03.
Usually Amtrak 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.
The cheapest trip from State College to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 651
