What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park?

The fastest way to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Shenandoah National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from State College station to Shenandoah National Park. However, there are services departing from State College Bus Station and arriving at Royal Plaza/Rural King via Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station and Front Royal Walmart. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from State College to Shenandoah National Park?

The distance between State College and Shenandoah National Park is 202 miles. The road distance is 197.6 miles.

How do I travel from State College to Shenandoah National Park without a car?

The best way to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park without a car is to bus which takes 10h 40m and costs $50 - $90.

How long does it take to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Shenandoah National Park bus from?

State College to Shenandoah National Park bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from State College Bus Station.

Where does the State College to Shenandoah National Park bus arrive?

State College to Shenandoah National Park bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from State College to Shenandoah National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Shenandoah National Park is 198 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from State College to Shenandoah National Park.

Where can I stay near Shenandoah National Park?

There are 170+ hotels available in Shenandoah National Park.

State College to Shenandoah National Park - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from State College to Shenandoah National Park by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train, subway, 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 to Front Royal Walmartbus
5h 30m
$55–297
Drive 196.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from State College to Shenandoah National Parkcar 196.5 mi
4h 52m
$36–52
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 Front Royal Walmartbus
10h 40m
$51–87
Bus, train, subway
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 New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the subway from New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway S
5. Take the bus from Dulles International Airport to Front Royal Walmartbus
12h 5m
$103–206
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 to Front Royal Walmartbus
7h 36m
$154–441
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 bus from Washington Union Station to Front Royal Walmartbus
11h 23m
$94–772

State College to Shenandoah National Park by bus and foot

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between State College, PA, USA and Shenandoah National Park, VA, USA?

You can take a bus from State College Bus Station to Royal Plaza/Rural King via Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station, Front Royal Walmart, and Royal Plaza/Rural King in around 10h 40m.

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