Penn State University Break Bus

We’re pleased to offer student only buses to and from Penn State University (University Park Campus) for Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break and Spring Break.

With convenient pickup and drop-offs, live bus tracking, and a company who actually owns and operates buses, when you travel with us, you’re getting the best service available.

SCHEDULE & PRICING INFORMATION: ** Select the “From” and “To” locations to see the dates and prices for your location. Click “Book Now” to see specific departure and arrival times.**

Thanksgiving Break Dates & Times:

Buses home will depart from State College on Friday, November 21st between 2:30PM and 5:00PM.

Buses to State College will return on Sunday, November 30th at between 4PM and 4:30PM.

Winter Break Dates & Times:

Buses home will depart from Stage College on Friday, December 19th and will return on Sunday, January 11th.

Check back in September for updated details and to book your ride.

Spring Break Dates & Times:

Buses home will depart from Stage College on Friday, March 6th and will return on Sunday, March 15th.

Check back in October for updated details and to book your ride.

Convenient Locations at Penn State:

Downtown State College – Beaver Ave | See Map
East Residence Halls – at Nittany Lion Softball Field (across from Snyder Hall) | See Map

IMPORTANT CAMPUS PICKUP & DROP OFF INFORMATION:

  • Buses departing PSU will first pick up Downtown at Beaver Ave, followed by a second pickup at East Halls 15 minutes later. Departure times shown on schedules and emails are for Downtown at Beaver Ave.
  • When making your booking, you do not need to specify which on-campus pickup location you will use. As long as you are booked, your spot is confirmed and will not be given away.
  • Students should arrive at their chosen departure location 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time for check-in and loading, as buses are scheduled to leave promptly.
  • Buses returning to PSU will first drop off Downtown at Beaver Ave, followed by a second drop off at East Halls.

Convenient Locations Near You:

CT: Bridgeport, NEW! Farmington, NEW! Waterbury

MD: Bethesda, NEW! Bowie, Frederick, NEW! Linthicum Heights (BWI), NEW! Lutherville-Timonium

NJ: Bridgewater, Cherry Hill, Hamilton, NEW! Mt. Arlington, Parsippany, NEW! Secaucus, Summit

NY: Islandia, Melville, Nanuet, NEW! New York (NYC), NEW! Newburgh, Roslyn Heights, White Plains

PA: Allentown, NEW! Downingtown, East Stroudsburg, Harrisburg North, NEW! Harrisburg South, King of Prussia, NEW! Media, Philadelphia, Plymouth Meeting, NEW! Wilkes-Barre, Yardley, NEW! York

VA: Fairfax

BOOK THANKSGIVING BREAK 2025!

Cancellations must be made 21 or more days prior to (each) departure date to receive a refund less a $10 processing fee.  If you are canceling part of a round-trip ride, your ticket price will be adjusted to a one-way fare. The refund back to you will be the difference, less our $10 processing fee. Because we book our inventory of buses 3 weeks in advance, cancellations made 20 days or less prior to departure are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be used for credit to travel on future rides.
Looking for availability from other locations?

View Our Availability Calendar »

Get live updates and communicate with us, as well as fellow parents and students.

Join the PSU College Break Bus Private Facebook Group

We’re pleased to offer student only buses to and from Penn State University (University Park Campus) for Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break and Spring Break.

With convenient pickup and drop-offs, live bus tracking, and a company who actually owns and operates buses, when you travel with us, you’re getting the best service available.

SCHEDULE & PRICING INFORMATION: ** Select the “From” and “To” locations to see the dates and prices for your location. Click “Book Now” to see specific departure and arrival times.**

Thanksgiving Break Dates & Times:

Buses home will depart from State College on Friday November 21st between 2:30PM and 5:00PM.

Buses to State College will return on Sunday, November 30th at between 4PM and 4:30PM.

Winter Break Dates & Times:

Buses home will depart from Stage College on Friday, December 19th and will return on Sunday, January 11th.

Check back in September for updated details and to book your ride.

Spring Break Dates & Times:

Buses home will depart from Stage College on Friday, March 6th and will return on Sunday, March 15th.

Check back in October for updated details and to book your ride.

BOOK THANKSGIVING BREAK 2025!

Cancellations must be made 21 or more days prior to (each) departure date to receive a refund less a $10 processing fee.  If you are canceling part of a round-trip ride, your ticket price will be adjusted to a one-way fare. The refund back to you will be the difference, less our $10 processing fee. Because we book our inventory of buses 3 weeks in advance, cancellations made 20 days or less prior to departure are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be used for credit to travel on future rides.
Looking for availability from other locations?

View Our Availability Calendar »

Convenient Locations at Penn State:

Downtown State College – Beaver Ave | See Map
East Residence Halls – at Nittany Lion Softball Field (across from Snyder Hall) | See Map

IMPORTANT CAMPUS PICKUP & DROP OFF INFORMATION:

  • Buses departing PSU will first pick up Downtown at Beaver Ave, followed by a second pickup at East Halls 15 minutes later. Departure times shown on schedules and emails are for Downtown at Beaver Ave.
  • When making your booking, you do not need to specify which on-campus pickup location you will use. As long as you are booked, your spot is confirmed and will not be given away.
  • Students should arrive at their chosen departure location 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time for check-in and loading, as buses are scheduled to leave promptly.
  • Buses returning to PSU will first drop off Downtown at Beaver Ave, followed by a second drop off at East Halls.

Convenient Locations Near You:

CT: Bridgeport, NEW! Farmington, NEW! Waterbury

MD: Bethesda, NEW! Bowie, Frederick, NEW! Linthicum Heights (BWI), NEW! Lutherville-Timonium

NJ: Bridgewater, Cherry Hill, Hamilton, NEW! Mt. Arlington, Parsippany, NEW! Secaucus, Summit

NY: Islandia, Melville, Nanuet, NEW! New York (NYC), NEW! Newburgh, Roslyn Heights, White Plains

PA: Allentown, NEW! Downingtown, East Stroudsburg, Harrisburg North, NEW! Harrisburg South, King of Prussia, NEW! Media, Philadelphia, Plymouth Meeting, NEW! Wilkes-Barre, Yardley, NEW! York

VA: Fairfax

Get live updates and communicate with us, as well as fellow parents and students.

Join the PSU College Break Bus Private Facebook Group

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Our Penn State University Bus Routes and Stops

Why Choose College Break Bus by Starr?

Students-Only Bus

When you travel with us, you’ll be traveling on a private motorcoach for students only. Our services are not open to non-University students.

As Parents, We Get It

Having two sons in college ourselves, we understand the frustration of coordinating travel for breaks. Leave the work to us, and we’ll make the trip seamless.

Family Owned, Experience Proven

We’ve owned our own bus fleet for 75 years, so we know what it takes to provide the highest level of service. We’re also a proud member of the International Motorcoach Group and American Bus Association.

Live Tracking

Easily coordinate your pickups and ensure that your student arrived at school safely using our real-time GPS bus tracking.

We Listen

Not only are we accessible, but we listen.  Looking to see if we can add new locations? Have a quick question and want to reach out? We’re here and ready to help.

         What to expect on your bus:

Plugged In

Enjoy power outlets to stay charged up during your ride.

Track the Bus

Monitor your bus’ location with real-time GPS tracking services.

Stay Connected

All of our buses come equipped with free WiFi.

Luggage Space

We have space for your large luggage underneath the bus. Visit our FAQ page for specific allowances.

Comfort Seating

Enjoy our deluxe reclining seats with adjustable footrests and overhead reading lights.

Onboard Lavatory

Worried about making the long trip without stops? We’ve got you covered.

More Questions?

Visit our FAQ Page
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