Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Allentown on 9 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
112 N 6th StCheapest
AmtrakBus
30th Street Station
Allentown, PAFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Lehigh Valley International AirportNo tags
Fullington TrailwaysBus
    12 Schuylkill Ave
    AllentownNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:00 PM EST.

    Get from Philadelphia to Allentown

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just R 296, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    7bus per day
    2hAverage duration
    77 kmDistance
    2kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown by bus

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Allentown start at R 296. The average price for this route is around R 379. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to Allentown is 2h, covering a distance of 77 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.

    3. Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Allentown route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Fullington, OurBus, Amtrak.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Allentown at 08:25. And the latest bus departs at 17:45.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      A bus trip from Philadelphia to Allentown produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    6. What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Allentown?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    06/12
    R 306
    07/12
    R 455
    Today
    R 280
    09/12
    R 271
    10/12
    R 236
    11/12
    R 210
    12/12
    R 254
    13/12
    R 236
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 210

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

    You can expect to pay from R 210 to R 496 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 210, which is on 2025-12-11.

    Usually Fullington will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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