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Pros: Clean environment; CORONAVIRUS CDC guidelines followed; professionalism of staff; Travel on time; the price Overall very good. Cons: NA at this time. Tips: Will highly recommend.
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There is one daily bus from Washington DC to State College. Traveling by bus from Washington DC to State College usually takes around 8 hours and 35 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 137 mi (221 km) |
Shortest duration | 8h 35m |
Cheapest price | RON 68.39 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Megabus |
Bus lines | 1 |
Average score for buses from Washington to State College
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
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Pros: Clean environment; CORONAVIRUS CDC guidelines followed; professionalism of staff; Travel on time; the price Overall very good. Cons: NA at this time. Tips: Will highly recommend.
Bus tickets for a trip from Washington DC to State College cost RON 68.39 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this 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 24 days in advance to save up to RON 232.16.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Washington DC to State College. 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 |
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Megabus | 1 | 8h 36m | RON 148.30 |
Book Megabus from Washington to State College from RON 68. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Washington DC to State College and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to State College. In Washington, Megabus departs to State College from Union Station . In State College, Megabus arrives at SW Corner of Walmart Parking - 1665 N Atherton St .
An average trip on Megabus from Washington to State College takes 8 hours and 36 minutes , while the fastest available Megabus trip will get you to State College in 8 hours and 35 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 State College.
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 137 miles from Washington DC to State College. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Washington DC to State College. It leaves the station in Washington DC at 9:00am 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 Washington DC to State College. 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 Washington DC to State College; ticket prices start at RON 728.98.
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.
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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Washington.
Union Station
All buses from Washington DC arrive at one main station in State College.
SW Corner of Walmart Parking - 1665 N Atherton St
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