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

The cheapest way to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University is to bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $55 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between State College and Virginia Commonwealth University?

No, there is no direct bus from State College station to Virginia Commonwealth University. However, there are services departing from State College Bus Station and arriving at Broad & Shafer via Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station and Main + 15Th. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

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

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

Can I drive from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Virginia Commonwealth University is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University.

Where can I stay near Virginia Commonwealth University?

There are 381+ hotels available in Virginia Commonwealth University.

State College to Virginia Commonwealth University

Q: How far is it from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University?

The distance between State College and Virginia Commonwealth University is 314 miles. The road distance is 271 miles.

Q: How do I travel from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University without a car?

The best way to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $45 - $80.

Q: How long does it take to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University?

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University, including transfers.

Q: Bus or fly from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University?

The best way to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $45 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $55 - $390 and takes 5h 39m.

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There are 8 ways to get from State College to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or subway

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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 Richmondbus
8h 45m
$47–77
Bus, train via Philadelphia
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 Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 51m
$101–802
Drive 269.4 mi
1. Drive from State College to Virginia Commonwealth Universitycar 269.4 mi
5h 47m
$50–71
Fly to Richmond International Airport
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane SCE - RIC
5h 39m
$56–385
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 Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationbus
9h 22m
$55–80
Bus, train
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 train from Washington Union Station to Richmond Main Street Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 42m
$61–120
Bus, train via Washington
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 Richmondbus
9h 53m
$87–759
Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport, subway, bus
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)plane SCE - IAD
2. Take the subway from Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform to Potomac Ave, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Center Platformsubway
3. Take the bus from Washington, DC - 2305 Pennsylvania Ave to Richmond, VA - 900 W Leigh Stbus
5h 58m
$56–361

State College to Virginia Commonwealth University by bus and foot

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Distance: 312.4 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

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

You can take a bus from State College Bus Station to Virginia Commonwealth University via Harrisburg Bus Station, Washington Union Station, Richmond, Main + 15Th, and Broad & Shafer in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Richmond International Airport (RIC) every 2 hours.

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