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Wed3 Sept
from US$60
Thu4 Sept
from US$57
Fri5 Sept
from US$63
Sat6 Sept
from US$53
Sun7 Sept
from US$56
Mon8 Sept
from US$46
Tue9 Sept
Wed10 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: State College
    Departure location: State College Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: State College
    Departure location: State College Arpt (E)
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: State College
    Departure location: State College (SCE - Airport)
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 12 Schuylkill Ave
    Operated by: Fullington TrailwaysFullington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: State College
    Departure location: State College Bus Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 12 Schuylkill Ave
    Operated by: Fullington TrailwaysFullington Trailways
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus State College to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure05:30
Distance155 miles
Latest bus departure16:45

State College to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip State College - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How far is Philadelphia from State College by coach?

    The distance between State College and Philadelphia by coach is approximately 154 miles (248 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Philadelphia from State College without a car?

    The best way to go from State College to Philadelphia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
30/08
US$57
31/08
US$68
Today
US$73
02/09
US$57
03/09
US$52
04/09
US$49
05/09
US$55
06/09
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from State College to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 6 Sept 2025 with a price of US$47

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$119 for a bus ticket from State College to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-09-06.

Usually FlixBus, Fullington will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from State College to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from State College to Philadelphia.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from State College to Philadelphia.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from State College to Philadelphia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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