What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Dayton?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Dayton is to bus which costs $50 - $100 and takes 11h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Dayton?

The fastest way to get from State College to Dayton is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $60 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Dayton?

No, there is no direct bus from State College to Dayton. However, there are services departing from State College, Pa and arriving at Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and Northwest Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 21m.

How far is it from State College to Dayton?

The distance between State College and Dayton is 406 miles. The road distance is 389.4 miles.

How do I travel from State College to Dayton without a car?

The best way to get from State College to Dayton without a car is to bus via Pittsburgh which takes 10h 21m and costs $75 - $170.

How long does it take to get from State College to Dayton?

It takes approximately 10h 21m to get from State College to Dayton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Dayton bus from?

State College to Dayton bus services, operated by Megabus, depart from State College, Pa station.

Bus or fly from State College to Dayton?

The best way to get from State College to Dayton is to bus via Pittsburgh which takes 10h 21m and costs $75 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $60 - $370 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the State College to Dayton bus arrive?

State College to Dayton bus services, operated by Megabus, arrive at Pittsburgh Greyhound station.

Can I drive from State College to Dayton?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Dayton is 389 miles. It takes approximately 7h 3m to drive from State College to Dayton.

How do I get a bus ticket from State College to Dayton?

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Where can I stay near Dayton?

There are 174+ hotels available in Dayton.

State College to Dayton - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from State College to Dayton by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus via Pittsburgh
best
1. Take the bus from State College, Pa to Pittsburgh Greyhoundbus New York
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
10h 21m
$79–164
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from State College Regional Airport to Columbusbus FlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from Columbus to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
11h 26m
$54–98
Drive 387.1 mi
1. Drive from State College to Daytoncar 387.1 mi
7h 3m
$71–102
Fly
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Dayton (DAY)plane SCE - DAY
6h 17m
$64–366
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0400s / ...
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
12h 21m
$65–163
Bus via Pittsburgh #2
1. Take the bus from State College to Pittsburghbus Fab600
2. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
13h 24m
$89–185

State College to Dayton by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

10h 21mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 403.8 mi
Duration: 10h 21m

What companies run services between State College, PA, USA and Dayton, OH, USA?

You can take a bus from State College, Pa to Wright Stop Plaza - S.B. via Pittsburgh Greyhound, Pittsburgh Intermodal Station, Dayton Trotwood Bus Station, and Northwest Hub in around 10h 21m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Dayton (DAY) every 4 hours.

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