What is the cheapest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University?

The cheapest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University?

The fastest way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $50 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Harrisburg, Pa and Penn State University?

No, there is no direct bus from Harrisburg, Pa station to Penn State University station. However, there are services departing from Harrisburg Bus Station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Harrisburg, Pa and Penn State University?

No, there is no direct train from Harrisburg, Pa 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 2h 41m.

How far is it from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University?

The distance between Harrisburg, Pa and Penn State University is 134 miles. The road distance is 119 miles.

How do I travel from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University without a car?

The best way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $50 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University bus from?

Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University train from?

Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Harrisburg station.

Train or bus from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University?

The best way to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs $50 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $50 and takes 3h.

Where does the Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University bus arrive?

Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Altoona Bus Station.

Where does the Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University train arrive?

Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Altoona Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University.

Where can I stay near Penn State University?

There are 30+ hotels available in Penn State University.

Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
2h 41m
$51–97
Drive 118.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harrisburg, Pa to Penn State Universitycar 118.3 mi
2h 52m
$22–32
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
3h
$29–48

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Distance: 133.1 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Harrisburg, Pa, PA, USA and Penn State University, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Harrisburg to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 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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