What is the cheapest way to get from State College to West Chester?

The cheapest way to get from State College to West Chester is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to West Chester?

The fastest way to get from State College to West Chester is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from State College to West Chester?

The distance between State College and West Chester is 176 miles. The road distance is 168.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from State College to West Chester without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 18m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from State College to West Chester?

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from State College to West Chester, including transfers.

Can I drive from State College to West Chester?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to West Chester is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from State College to West Chester.

Where can I stay near West Chester?

There are 162+ hotels available in West Chester.

State College to West Chester - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from State College to West Chester by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s / ...
2. Take the train from Harrisburg to Downingtown Amtraktrain Keystone Service
5h 18m
$40–79
Drive 167.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from State College to West Chestercar 167.4 mi
3h 9m
$31–45
Fly, line 104 bus
1. Fly from Penn State University Park Airport (SCE) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane SCE - PHL
2. Take the bus from 69th St Transit Center to Chestnut St & Darlington Stbus
4h 28m
$61–393

State College to West Chester by bus and train

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Distance: 174.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between State College, PA, USA and West Chester, PA, USA?

There is no direct connection from State College to West Chester. However, you can take the bus to Harrisburg Bus Station, walk to Harrisburg, take the train to Downingtown Amtrak, walk to Lancaster Av & Stuart Av, then take the line 135 bus to Chestnut St & Church St. Alternatively, you can drive from State College to West Chester in around 3h 9m.

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