Frederick to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

98.2 miles 158 km · straight line
122.7 miles estimated 197.5 km · driving distance
2h 28min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
346° NNW bearing direction

How far is Frederick from State College?

The distance from Frederick to State College is 98.2 miles (158 km) as the crow flies. State College is located NNW of Frederick. By car, the driving distance is approximately 122.7 miles, taking about 2h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Frederick 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 Frederick 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 Frederick to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 28min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 58min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 21min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Frederick & State College

Quick Facts

Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m 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 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 253.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients