Baltimore to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123 miles 198 km · straight line
164.8 miles actual route 265.2 km · driving distance
3h 38min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
328° NNW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from State College?

The distance from Baltimore to State College is 123 miles (198 km) as the crow flies. State College is located NNW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 164.8 miles, taking about 3h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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 Baltimore and State College. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 38min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 22min $13–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 27min $20–$58* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & State College

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 202.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM