Newark, New Jersey to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

193 miles 310.6 km · straight line
241.3 miles estimated 388.3 km · driving distance
4h 51min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Newark, New Jersey from State College?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to State College is 193 miles (310.6 km) as the crow flies. State College is located W of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 241.3 miles, taking about 4h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey 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 Newark, New Jersey 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 Newark, New Jersey to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 51min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 49min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Newark, New Jersey & State College

Quick Facts

Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°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 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients