
HOTELS & TRAVEL
Drive times to State College:
Pittsburgh, PA: 2.5 hours
Philadelphia, PA: 3 hours
Baltimore, MD: 3 hours
Washington, DC: 4 hours
New York, NY: 4.5 hours
From Eastern Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, Harrisburg):
Take I-76 W (Pennsylvania Turnpike) to Harrisburg.
Exit onto I-283 N toward I-83 N, then merge onto I-81 N briefly.
Take Exit 67B for US-322 W toward State College.
Follow US-322 W for about 80 miles into State College.
Exit onto North Atherton Street and follow into downtown.
From Western Pennsylvania (Pittsburgh, Erie):
Take I-376 E to US-22 E toward Altoona.
Merge onto I-99 N near Altoona and follow toward State College.
Take Exit 74 for US-322 E into State College.
Exit onto North Atherton Street and follow into downtown.
WHERE TO STAY
Happy Valley offers a wide range of places to stay, from cozy inns and boutique hotels to well-known national brands, all just a short distance from the racecourse. Whether you’re looking for comfort, convenience, or something budget friendly, there’s an option for every traveler.