How much is the bus ticket from Washington to State College?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to State College start from $42. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to State College?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to State College is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 139 miles (224 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to State College route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , OurBus , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to State College?

The earliest bus departs from Washington to State College at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to State College?

A bus trip from Washington to State College generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Washington 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 3148 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to State College?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to State College?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Washington 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.

Bus Washington to State College from $34 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to State College on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:45am	Union Station	8h 35m	7:20pm	State College Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:45am	Union Station	5h 35m	4:20pm	State College Arpt (E)	Fastest

Next departures for Washington to State College on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	7:20pm	State College Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:55am	Union Station	5h 25m	4:20pm	State College Arpt (E)	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	11h 20m	12:20pm	State College Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	7h 50m	4:20pm	State College Arpt (E)	No tags
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	12h 40m	1:40pm	State College Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to State College on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	7:20pm	State College Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:55am	Union Station	5h 25m	4:20pm	State College Arpt (E)	Fastest
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	11h 20m	12:20pm	State College Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	9h 20m	10:20am	State College Arpt (E)	No tags
	Bus	1:00am	Union Station	12h 40m	1:40pm	State College Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:23 AM EST.

Get from Washington to State College

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

139 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and State College?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in State College

A
State College Bus Station
445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Washington State College recent customer reviews

All was ok

Tatiana T.

December 5, 2019

It was a old and uncomfortable bus, the AC was too low and it was cold.

Stephany M.

October 3, 2017

OurBus

4/53,168 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 2 daily trips between Washington and State College, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Washington State College recent customer reviews

Fast route… on time pick up. Location in SE Washington is a bit rough though.

Farrell H.

March 11, 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511,504 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to State College by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to State College?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to State College start from $42. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to State College?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to State College is 9h 20m, covering a distance of 139 miles (224 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to State College route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to State College?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to State College at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to State College?
A bus trip from Washington to State College generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington 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 3148 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to State College?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company OurBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to State College?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Washington 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

12/01

$169

12/02

$70

Today

$35

12/04

$35

12/05

$35

12/06

No data

12/07

$55

12/08

$46

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to State College was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $170 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to State College based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-04.