Eldersburg to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107.4 miles 172.8 km · straight line
134.2 miles estimated 216 km · driving distance
2h 42min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Eldersburg from State College?

The distance from Eldersburg to State College is 107.4 miles (172.8 km) as the crow flies. State College is located NNW of Eldersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.2 miles, taking about 2h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Eldersburg 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 Eldersburg 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 Eldersburg to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 42min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 14min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 34min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Eldersburg & State College

Quick Facts

Eldersburg
39.40°N, 76.95°W
America/New_York
196m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 231.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients