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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from State College to Punxsutawney. Traveling by bus from State College to Punxsutawney usually takes around 2 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Fullington Trailways bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 59 mi (95 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 40m |
| Cheapest price | €23.33 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | OurBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from State College to Punxsutawney?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from State College to Punxsutawney that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, OurBus usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 2 | 2h 53m | €41.16 |
| OurBus | 2 | 2h 55m | €33.63 |
Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.
OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus 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 restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from €23, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from State College to Punxsutawney if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 95 kilometers from State College to Punxsutawney. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 Punxsutawney 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 05:00 and the last bus leaves at 06:00. To see the times for all buses from State College to Punxsutawney, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from State College to Punxsutawney every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from State College to Punxsutawney without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from State College to Punxsutawney; ticket prices start at €35.46.
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 does the bus leave from in State College?
Main departure station: State College Regional Airport Parking
Buses to Punxsutawney leave from 4 stations in State College.
All bus stations in State College:
State College Regional Airport Parking
Bus Terminal - 152 N Atherton St
152 N Atherton St.
State College (Airport - SCE)
Where does the bus arrive in Punxsutawney?
Main arrival station: ATA Bus Station
All buses from State College arrive at one main station in Punxsutawney.
Bus stations in Punxsutawney:
ATA Bus Station
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