What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Northern Virginia?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Northern Virginia is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Northern Virginia?

The fastest way to get from State College to Northern Virginia is to fly and bus which takes 4h 8m and costs $75 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Northern Virginia?

No, there is no direct bus from State College station to Northern Virginia. However, there are services departing from State College Bus Station and arriving at Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot via Harrisburg Bus Station and Washington Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from State College to Northern Virginia?

The distance between State College and Northern Virginia is 174 miles. The road distance is 174.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from State College to Northern Virginia without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $60 - $110.

How long does it take to get from State College to Northern Virginia?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from State College to Northern Virginia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Northern Virginia bus from?

State College to Northern Virginia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from State College Bus Station.

Where does the State College to Northern Virginia bus arrive?

State College to Northern Virginia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from State College to Northern Virginia?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Northern Virginia is 175 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from State College to Northern Virginia.

Where can I stay near Northern Virginia?

There are 137+ hotels available in Northern Virginia.

State College to Northern Virginia - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from State College to Northern Virginia by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly from Penn State University Park Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane SCE - IAD
2. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport Station to Warrenton Park & Ridebus
4h 8m
$75–391
Drive 173.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from State College to Northern Virginiacar 173.7 mi
4h 36m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lotbus
8h 10m
$61–107
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Lead to Leadtrain
9h 29m
$139–821
Bus to Du Bois-Jefferson County Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from State College to DuBoisbus
2. Fly from Du Bois-Jefferson County Airport (DUJ) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane DUJ - IAD
3. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport Station to Warrenton Park & Ridebus
6h 7m
$185–514
Bus to Harrisburg International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane MDT - IAD
3. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport Station to Warrenton Park & Ridebus
6h 48m
$86–401
Drive to Bradford Regional Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from State College to Bradford Regional Airport (BFD)car
2. Fly from Bradford Regional Airport (BFD) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane BFD - IAD
3. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport Station to Warrenton Park & Ridebus
6h 2m
$179–515
Bus via Washington
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from 7th St @ Maryland Ave SW to Warrenton Park & Ridebus
9h 2m
$61–81

Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) flights

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Distance: 173.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between State College, PA, USA and Northern Virginia, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from State College Bus Station to Northern Virginia via Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station, and Warrenton, VA - Commuter Lot in around 8h 10m.

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