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Bus from State College to Lewisburg: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from State College to Lewisburg. Traveling by bus from State College to Lewisburg usually takes around 5 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest Fullington Trailways bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 52 mi (84 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $36.00 |
| Most frequent service | Fullington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from State College to Lewisburg?
Bus tickets for a trip from State College to Lewisburg cost $44.66 on average. Tickets cheaper than $44.66 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
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What bus companies travel from State College to Lewisburg?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from State College to Lewisburg that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Fullington Trailways usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 4 | 5h 49m | $44.82 |
| Fullington Trailways | 4 | 5h 50m | $45.45 |
Book Fullington Trailways from State College to Lewisburg from $36. There are 4 trips per day offered by Fullington Trailways from State College to Lewisburg and you can expect on average to pay for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Lewisburg. In State College, Fullington Trailways departs to Lewisburg from State College (Airport - SCE) and one other station. In Lewisburg, Fullington Trailways arrives at Lewisburg .
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from State College to Lewisburg takes 5 hours and 49 minutes , while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to Lewisburg in 3 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Lewisburg.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from State College to Lewisburg
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 52 miles from State College to Lewisburg. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 45 minutes. 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.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Lewisburg at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from State College to Lewisburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from State College to Lewisburg every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from State College to Lewisburg; ticket prices start at $70.00.
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.
Lewisburg
Image credit: Gerry Dincher
Link to image attributionHome to Bucknell University, Lewisburg is a borough in Pennsylvania. It was initially a farming town home to many historic structures and sites. Lewisburg is on the National Register of Historic Places, with some fun places to visit, including Samek Art Museum and Lewisburg Children's Museum. Outdoorsy persons can visit the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership with rivers and nature and the Chillisquaque Creek for fishing.
To explore the history, you can visit Bucknell University to see the Georgian buildings, landscaped grounds, and old architecture. There are so many fun things to do while in Lewisburg, like the Campus Theatre, a historic movie theatre, and the Lewisburg Farmers Market (with plenty of delicious fresh produce). Wine lovers in Lewisburg will be pleased with locations like Fero Vineyards and Winery and Smiling Chameleon Draft House. The Rollermills Antique Center is the best place to visit for collectibles, while the Fantasy Escape Room is fun to check out during the weekend.
Transportation to Lewisburg is easy by train and bus, with Amtrak offering train service and Fullington Trailways providing bus service.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in State College?
Main departure station: State College (Airport - SCE)
State College has two bus stations with service to Lewisburg.
All bus stations in State College:
State College (Airport - SCE)
152 N Atherton St.
Where does the bus arrive in Lewisburg?
Main arrival station: Lewisburg
All buses from State College arrive at one main station in Lewisburg.
All bus stations in Lewisburg:
Lewisburg
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