What is the cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Penn State University?

The cheapest way to get from New Jersey to Penn State University is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Jersey to Penn State University?

The fastest way to get from New Jersey to Penn State University is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between New Jersey and Penn State University?

No, there is no direct bus from New Jersey station to Penn State University station. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Altoona Bus Station via Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between New Jersey and Penn State University?

No, there is no direct train from New Jersey station to Penn State University station. However, there are services departing from Newark Penn Station and arriving at Altoona Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from New Jersey to Penn State University?

The distance between New Jersey and Penn State University is 317 miles. The road distance is 263.9 miles.

How do I travel from New Jersey to Penn State University without a car?

The best way to get from New Jersey to Penn State University without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs $110 - $220.

How long does it take to get from New Jersey to Penn State University?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from New Jersey to Penn State University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Penn State University bus from?

New Jersey to Penn State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Where do I catch the New Jersey to Penn State University train from?

New Jersey to Penn State University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Newark Penn Station.

Train or bus from New Jersey to Penn State University?

The best way to get from New Jersey to Penn State University is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs $110 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the New Jersey to Penn State University bus arrive?

New Jersey to Penn State University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Where does the New Jersey to Penn State University train arrive?

New Jersey to Penn State University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Altoona Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from New Jersey to Penn State University?

Yes, the driving distance between New Jersey to Penn State University is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from New Jersey to Penn State University.

Where can I stay near Penn State University?

There are 30+ hotels available in Penn State University.

New Jersey to Penn State University - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from New Jersey to Penn State University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 8m
$111–217
Drive 262.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newark to Penn State Universitycar 262.4 mi
4h 45m
$48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s
8h 20m
$56–104
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Trenton to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane PHL - SCE
3. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Altoona Bus Stationbus
6h 33m
$80–442
Train via Philadelphia (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Keystone Service / ...
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Altoona Amtrak Stationtrain Pennsylvanian
6h 39m
$103–759

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 315.2 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between New Jersey, USA and Penn State University, PA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Altoona Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $100–210 and the journey takes 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newark Penn Station to Penn State University via Philadelphia Bus Station and Altoona Bus Station in around 8h 20m.

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