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State College - Lancaster Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from State College to Lancaster. Traveling by bus from State College to Lancaster usually takes around 9 hours and 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.

Distance261 mi (420 km)
Shortest duration9h 50m
Cheapest price$244.34
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
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What bus companies travel from State College to Lancaster?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from State College to Lancaster. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US19h 50m$244.34
  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from State College to Lancaster, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 420 kilometers from State College to Lancaster. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.

There is usually only one bus per day from State College to Lancaster. It leaves the station in State College at 6:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from State College to Lancaster. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

City Information

State College

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State College is a college town, hence the name. It is home to Penn State University, one of the largest universities in the United States. As expected, most of the businesses in the area are there to serve the academic clientele, particularly the professors and students living in the area (if you’re one of them, you might want to check out our recommended destinations for college students).

One of the most popular events in State College is the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts, which draws over a hundred thousand visitors each year. Aside from Penn State University, the city's major attractions are The Arboretum and the Beaver Stadium.

If you're into culture, history, and the arts, you should check out the Palmer Museum of Art, Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania, and Centre County Historical Society.

While at State College, be sure to try out the waffles at The Original Waffle Shop. Other good places to dine are the Berkey Creamery, Allen Street Grill, and Federal Taphouse. Finally, for some good drinks, stop by Otto's Pub and Brewery.

Getting around State College is a breeze. The local airport, University Park Airport, is a mere 5 miles away from campus. In addition, Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, and Amtrak Thruway run regularly scheduled bus services from State College to Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, New York City, and beyond.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in State College?

Main departure station: 152 N Atherton St.

Most buses depart from the main station in State College.

All bus stations in State College:

  • 152 N Atherton St.

Where does the bus arrive in Lancaster?

Main arrival station: Loves

All buses from State College arrive at one main station in Lancaster.

Bus stations in Lancaster:

  • Loves

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