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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Jacksonville to State College. Traveling by bus from Jacksonville to State College usually takes around 22 hours and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 418 mi (673 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $203.61 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Jacksonville to State College?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Jacksonville to State College. Greyhound 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 22h 15m | $203.61 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 1 bus trips from Jacksonville to State College every day, with the average journey taking around 22 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to State College usually start from $204.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 22 hours and 15 minutes to cover the 418 miles from Jacksonville 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Jacksonville to State College. It leaves the station in Jacksonville at 4:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
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 Jacksonville?
Main departure station: Jacksonville, North Carolina
Most buses depart from the main station in Jacksonville.
All bus stations in Jacksonville:
Jacksonville, North Carolina
Where does the bus arrive in State College?
Main arrival station: 152 N Atherton St.
All buses from Jacksonville arrive at one main station in State College.
All bus stations in State College:
152 N Atherton St.
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