Cheap coach tickets from Newark to State College

There are several coach options that can take you from Newark to State College:

• FlixBus US: 3 daily coaches from NOK 396
• Fullington Trailways: 2 daily coaches from NOK 581
• Fullington Trailways: 2 daily coaches from NOK 581
• Greyhound: 2 daily coaches from NOK 378
• OurBus: 1 daily coach from NOK 755

What coach companies travel from Newark to State College?

There are 5 coach lines from Newark to State College available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

• FlixBus US

  FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 3 trips per day from Newark to State College, and the average ticket for this route costs only NOK 880.99.

  
• Fullington Trailways

  Book Fullington Trailways from Newark to State College from NOK 580.78. There are 2 trips per day offered by Fullington Trailways from Newark to State College and you can expect on average to pay NOK 582.93 for a Fullington Trailways ticket to State College. In Newark, Fullington Trailways departs to State College from Newark Penn Station. In State College, Fullington Trailways arrives at Bus Terminal - 152 N Atherton St and one other station.

  An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Newark to State College takes 9 hours and 15 minutes, while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to State College in 7 hours and 15 minutes.

  At weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 2 trips per day. A single ticket costs NOK 580.78 for a weekend trip to State College.

• Fullington Trailways

  Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transport companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity coach carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable coach service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean toilets, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.

• Greyhound

  Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 coach trips from Newark to State College every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 2 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to State College usually start from NOK 377.55.

  
• OurBus

  OurBus is an intercity coach company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap coach tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap coach tickets starting from NOK 755.48, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by coach from Newark to State College if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

City Information

Newark

As the most populous city in New Jersey, Newark offers some excellent museums, parks and restaurants that you can enjoy year-round. Art lovers should stop by the famous Newark Museum to enjoy a rich collection of works by American artists and sculptors. History buffs should check out the New Jersey Historical Society for ongoing exhibitions documenting the state’s rich history.

Located by the Passaic River, Newark offers various places where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll by the water. For the best views, head over to the city’s Riverfront Park near the hip Ironbound neighbourhood. If you’re seeking more outdoor enjoyment, check out Branch Brook Park where you will find various lakes and plenty of cherry blossoms.

Newark is one of the biggest travel hubs in the United States, which makes it very easily accessible via all types of transport. The Newark Liberty International Airport is one of the three airports that serves the New York City metro area, and its close proximity to Newark’s Penn Station makes it easy to reach from anywhere via coach or train.

State College

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 coach services from State College to Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, New York City, and beyond.

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