Trains tickets from Boston, MA, US to Allentown

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TodayJun 21
TomorrowJun 22
from US$358
MonJun 23
from US$241
TueJun 24
from US$142
WedJun 25
from US$188
ThuJun 26
from US$296
FriJun 27
from US$296
SatJun 28

Next departures to Allentown

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Allentown
    Destination location: Allentown, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Allentown
    Destination location: Allentown, PA
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Allentown
    Destination location: Allentown, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Allentown
    Destination location: Allentown, PA
    Operated by: Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Amtrak Acela + Amtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 22 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station (Train Terminal)
    Arrival time: June 22 at
    Destination city: Allentown
    Destination location: Allentown, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Allentown

Bus
Average PriceUS$61 - US$177Average Duration9h 5m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$296 - US$460Average Duration7h 50m
38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Allentown

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Allentown. The journey takes about 9 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
9h 5mAverage Duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston to Allentown: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$296
Average train trip duration7h 50m
Number of daily trains6
Earliest train departure10:03am
Distance414 km
Latest train departure11:19am

Boston to Allentown Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Allentown

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Allentown cost?

    The average train ticket price from Boston to Allentown is US$296. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Allentown is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Boston to Allentown?

    A train trip between Boston and Allentown is around 7h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 36m. This is the time it takes to travel the 422 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Boston and Allentown?

    The number of trains from Boston to Allentown can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Allentown by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Boston to Allentown?

    When taking the train from Boston to Allentown, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06-19
US$284
06-20
US$284
Today
US$284
06-22
US$344
06-23
US$231
06-24
US$136
06-25
US$180
06-26
US$284
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Allentown was searched and found on Jun 24, 2025 with a price of US$136

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston to Allentown, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$136 to US$467 for a train ticket from Boston to Allentown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$136 which is on 2025-06-24.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Boston and Allentown is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Allentown.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Allentown you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Boston and Allentown, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Boston to Allentown, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Allentown to Boston

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