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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from State College to Monroeville. Traveling by train from State College to Monroeville usually takes around 4 hours and 5 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 104 mi (168 km) |
Fastest train | 4h 5m |
Lowest price | £51.67 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from State College to Monroeville?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects State College to Monroeville. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 4h 5m | £51.67 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from State College to Monroeville every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £52.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between State College and Monroeville is approximately 104 miles, or 168 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 5 minutes,
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains departing from State College to Monroeville tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves State College at 06:00 and arrives in Monroeville around 4 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Monroeville with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Monroeville to State College.
City Information
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 bus services from State College to Harrisburg, Pittsburgh, New York City, and beyond.
Station Information
Where is the train station in State College?
Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 152 N Atherton St
The State College Bus Terminal, commonly referred to as the Greyhound station, is on the southern part of the Penn State University campus. The stop has a bit of covering for waiting passengers, but otherwise, you'll want to find most food and amenities elsewhere on campus. Although there is an adorable photo stand-in for anyone wanting a cute family photo while waiting for your bus to Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, or anywhere else in Pennsylvania and beyond.
All train stations in State College:
Bus Terminal - 152 N Atherton St
Where is the train station in Monroeville?
Main arrival station: 4210 William Penn Hwy
Monroeville has one train station.
Train stations in Monroeville:
4210 William Penn Hwy
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