Rent a Car at State College Airport (SCE)

University Park Airport (SCE) in State College serves Centre County and Pennsylvania State University, located approximately 5 km northwest of the Penn State campus. With 7 car rental companies on site, it's easy to pick up a car and explore central Pennsylvania. The airport provides access to I-99 and US-322 for travel in the region.

Penn State University campus, one of the largest in the US, is just 5 minutes' drive to the south. Nittany Valley and Bald Eagle State Forest offer fantastic nature experiences within 30 km. State College city center with restaurants and shops can be reached in approximately 10 minutes via University Drive.

During Penn State home games (Beaver Stadium holds 107,000 spectators), traffic is intense - book your rental car extra early. US-322 West takes you to Philipsburg and further west, while I-99 South leads toward Altoona approximately 50 km away. Visit Penn's Cave approximately 20 km to the northeast, America's only water cave.

How many car rental companies are at State College Airport? There are 7 rental providers at SCE, which provides good competition and options for travelers. How far is it from State College to Harrisburg?

Approximately 160 km via US-322 East and I-78, takes about 2 hours by car. Can I drive to Pittsburgh from State College? Yes, approximately 230 km via I-99 South and I-376 West, takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

We compare prices from all major providers at State College Airport so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.