What is the cheapest way to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

The cheapest way to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

The fastest way to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Harrisburg Airport (MDT) and Penn State University?

No, there is no direct bus from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University station. However, there are services departing from Harrisburg International Airport and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Harrisburg Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Harrisburg Airport (MDT) and Penn State University?

No, there is no direct train from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University station. However, there are services departing from Harrisburg and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

The distance between Harrisburg Airport (MDT) and Penn State University is 144 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

Where do I catch the Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University bus from?

Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University train from?

Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Harrisburg station.

Train or bus from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

The best way to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University bus arrive?

Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Altoona Bus Station.

Can I drive from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University.

Where can I stay near Penn State University?

There are 28+ hotels available in Penn State University.

Can I share a ride from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Harrisburg Airport (MDT) and Penn State University. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University

Q: How long does it take to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), rideshare, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
4h 4m
$50–98
Drive 132.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harrisburg Airport (MDT) to Penn State Universitycar 132.4 mi
2h 46m
$25–35
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
4h 25m
$29–53
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Harrisburg-MDT to Penn State Universityrideshare 132.4 mi
2h 46m

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Distance: 143.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Harrisburg Airport (MDT), USA and Penn State University, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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