Long Island to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.1 miles 397.7 km · straight line
288.1 miles actual route 463.7 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Long Island from State College?

The distance from Long Island to State College is 247.1 miles (397.7 km) as the crow flies. State College is located W of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.1 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Long Island 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 Long Island 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 Long Island to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 59min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & State College

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m 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 82 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM