Find coaches from State College to Philadelphia, PA

Next bus departures

Next departures from State College to Philadelphia on 20 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Fullington TrailwaysBus
    State College (SCE - Airport)
    12 Schuylkill AveCheapest
    Fullington TrailwaysBus
      State College Bus Station
      12 Schuylkill AveFastest
      Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
      State College Bus Station
      199 Spring Garden St.No tags
      Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
      Bus
      State College Bus Station
      Schuylkill & WalnutNo tags
      FlixBusBus
      State College Arpt (E)
      Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:28 AM EST.

      Get from State College to Philadelphia

      This route is served by bus only

      The journey takes about 7 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 697, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      6bus per day
      7h 50mAverage duration
      250 kmDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from State College to Philadelphia, PA by bus

      1. How much does a bus ticket from State College to Philadelphia cost?

        The bus ticket price from State College to Philadelphia starts at R 697. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from State College to Philadelphia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

      2. How long is the bus ride from State College to Philadelphia?

        The average travel time between State College and Philadelphia is around 7h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 248 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily bus connections are there between State College and Philadelphia?

        The number of buses from State College to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from State College to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from State College to Philadelphia?

        When taking the bus from State College to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Fullington, OurBus, FlixBus.

      Find cheapest prices for buses

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      17/11
      R 828
      18/11
      R 740
      Today
      R 1 533
      20/11
      R 1 181
      21/11
      R 1 586
      22/11
      R 1 498
      23/11
      R 1 234
      24/11
      R 1 040
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from State College to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 740

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from State College to Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from R 740 to R 3 136 for a bus ticket from State College to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 040, which is on 2025-11-24.

      Usually Greyhound, FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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