Philadelphia to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

153.3 miles 246.7 km · straight line
191.8 miles actual route 308.7 km · driving distance
4h 1min estimated drive time
$18 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
293° WNW bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from State College?

The distance from Philadelphia to State College is 153.3 miles (246.7 km) as the crow flies. State College is located WNW of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 191.8 miles, taking about 4h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States.

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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 1min $18 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 49min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 49min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & State College

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m 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 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 162.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM