Albany, New York to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.5 miles 398.3 km · straight line
309.4 miles estimated 497.9 km · driving distance
6h 13min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
240° WSW bearing direction

How far is Albany, New York from State College?

The distance from Albany, New York to State College is 247.5 miles (398.3 km) as the crow flies. State College is located WSW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.4 miles, taking about 6h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and State College in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and State College. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albany, New York to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 13min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 28min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 54min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albany, New York & State College

Quick Facts

Albany, New York
42.65°N, 73.76°W
America/New_York
45m elevation
State College
40.79°N, 77.86°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients