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

162.1 miles 260.8 km · straight line
202.6 miles estimated 326 km · driving distance
4h 5min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
205° SSW bearing direction

How far is Auburn, New York from State College?

The distance from Auburn, New York to State College is 162.1 miles (260.8 km) as the crow flies. State College is located SSW of Auburn, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 202.6 miles, taking about 4h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Auburn, 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Auburn, 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 Auburn, New York to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 5min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 54min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 53min $24–$71* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Auburn, New York & State College

Quick Facts

Auburn, New York
42.93°N, 76.57°W
America/New_York
209m 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 54 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 153.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients