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

The cheapest way to get from West Chester to State College is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from West Chester to State College is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from West Chester to State College?

The distance between West Chester and State College is 171 miles. The road distance is 168.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from West Chester to State College without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $45 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from West Chester to State College, including transfers.

Can I drive from West Chester to State College?

Yes, the driving distance between West Chester to State College is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from West Chester to State College.

Where can I stay near State College?

There are 59+ hotels available in State College.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Downingtown Amtrak to Harrisburgtrain Keystone Service
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to State College Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0400s / ...
5h 39m
$46–108
Drive 167.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from West Chester to State Collegecar 167.4 mi
3h 8m
$31–45
Line 104 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Chestnut St & Darlington St to 69th St Transit Centerbus
2. Fly from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane PHL - SCE
5h 19m
$65–403

West Chester to State College by bus and train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from West Chester to State College. However, you can take the line 135 bus to Lancaster Av & Stuart Av, walk to Downingtown Amtrak, take the train to Harrisburg, walk to Harrisburg Bus Station, then take the bus to State College Bus Station. Alternatively, you can drive from West Chester to State College in around 3h 8m.

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