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There is one daily bus from State College to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from State College to Washington DC usually takes around 8 hours and 30 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 137 mi (221 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €13.88 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Overall score for buses from State College to Washington
(Based on 5 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: All was good. Cons: Nothing. Tips: Yes, of course.
4.0
Pros: The bathroom was horrible. Filthy. The best part of the trip was the driver on the Harrisburg - Union Station, DC leg of trip. He was an excellent communicator; and a safe, competent driver. Cons: Clean the bathrooms more frequently. Tips: Don't use the bathroom.
€13.88 is the average price of a bus ticket from State College to Washington DC. This is currently one of the best deals in bus travel. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in November. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just €50 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from State College to Washington DC in July, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to €77 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 28 days in advance to save up to €31.81.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from State College to Washington DC. Megabus 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 8h 30m | €33.15 |
Book Megabus from State College to Washington from €14. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from State College to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Washington. In State College, Megabus departs to Washington from SW Corner of Walmart Parking - 1665 N Atherton St . In Washington, Megabus arrives at Union Station .
An average trip on Megabus from State College to Washington takes 8 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington.
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 221 kilometers from State College to Washington DC. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from State College to Washington DC for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Washington DC, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from State College to Washington DC. It leaves the station in State College at 10:00 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 Washington DC. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from State College to Washington DC; ticket prices start at €78.22.
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.
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
Most buses depart from the main station in State College.
SW Corner of Walmart Parking - 1665 N Atherton St
All buses from State College arrive at one main station in Washington.
Union Station
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