How much is the bus ticket from State College to Boston?

The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Boston start from $70. The average price for this route is around $151. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from State College to Boston?

The average bus trip duration from State College to Boston is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 368 miles (593 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the State College to Boston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Boston?

The earliest bus departs from State College to Boston at 10:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Boston?

A bus trip from State College to Boston generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from State College to Boston?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Boston?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from State College to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from State College to Boston?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus State College to Boston from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for State College to Boston on January 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:25pm	State College Arpt (E)	1d 2h	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	Cheapest
	1:50pm	State College Bus Station	15h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	2:00pm	N. Atherton Street Bus Terminal	20h 5m	10:05am	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
	7:35pm	State College Bus Station	23h 15m	6:50pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:35pm	State College Bus Station	23h 45m	7:20pm	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	No tags

Next departures for State College to Boston on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:35pm	State College Bus Station	12h 30m	1:05am	Boston (South Station)	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:25am	State College Arpt (E)	11h 25m	9:50pm	Boston (South Station)	Fastest
	1:50pm	State College Bus Station	15h 40m	5:30am	Boston (South Station)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:35pm	State College Bus Station	19h 35m	3:10pm	Boston (South Station)	No tags
	5:00pm	State College Arpt (E)	13h 5m	6:05am	Boston (South Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:38 AM EST.

Get from State College to Boston

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

17h 5mAverage Duration

368 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in State College and Boston?

Stops in State College

A
State College Bus Station
445-459 Railroad Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
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Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,487 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,950 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Amtrak

4/55,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from State College to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from State College to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from State College to Boston start from $70. The average price for this route is around $151. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from State College to Boston?
The average bus trip duration from State College to Boston is 17h 5m, covering a distance of 368 miles (593 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the State College to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from State College to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from State College to Boston at 10:25am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from State College to Boston?
A bus trip from State College to Boston generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from State College to Boston?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from State College to Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from State College to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from State College to Boston?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from State College to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $69

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You can expect to pay from $69 to $277 for a bus ticket from State College to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2026-01-10.