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Wilkes-Barre - State College Bus Schedule
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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Wilkes-Barre to State College. Traveling by bus from Wilkes-Barre to State College usually takes around 3 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Fullington Trailways bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 54 minutes.
Distance | 108 mi (173 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 54m |
Cheapest price | CA$69.77 |
Trips per day | 3 |
Most frequent service | OurBus |
Bus lines | 2 |
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What bus companies travel from Wilkes-Barre to State College?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Wilkes-Barre to State College 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 |
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Fullington Trailways | 2 | 3h 1m | CA$81.39 |
OurBus | 2 | 3h 2m | CA$93.02 |
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 CA$93, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Wilkes-Barre to State College if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours to cover the 108 miles from Wilkes-Barre to State College. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 54 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.
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.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Wilkes-Barre to State College, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Wilkes-Barre to State College 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 Wilkes-Barre to State College without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Wilkes-Barre to State College; ticket prices start at CA$173.73.
City Information
Wilkes-Barre
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Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.
Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.
Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.
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 Wilkes-Barre?
Main departure station: Martz Bus Terminal
Wilkes-Barre has two bus stations with service to State College.
All bus stations in Wilkes-Barre:
Martz Bus Terminal
Wilkes-Barre
Where does the bus arrive in State College?
Main arrival station: University Park Airport Parking Lot
Buses arrive in State College at 4 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in State College:
University Park Airport Parking Lot
Bus Terminal - 152 N Atherton St
State College (Airport - SCE)
152 N Atherton St.
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