How much is the bus ticket from Allentown to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Allentown to Philadelphia start from $17. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Allentown to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from Allentown to Philadelphia is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Allentown to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , OurBus , Amtrak , Fullington .

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

The earliest bus departs from Allentown to Philadelphia at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Allentown to Philadelphia generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Allentown to Philadelphia?

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 5597 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Allentown to Philadelphia?

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

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

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.

Bus Allentown to Philadelphia from $10 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	12:25pm	112 N 6th St	1h 35m	2:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
Bus	2:55pm	112 N 6th St	1h 50m	4:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	12:25pm	112 N 6th St	1h 55m	2:20pm	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Allentown, PA	1h 25m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25pm	112 N 6th St	1h 35m	2:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Allentown	2h	12:10pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	No tags

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Allentown, PA	1h 25m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25pm	112 N 6th St	1h 35m	2:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Allentown	2h	12:10pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	No tags

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Allentown, PA	1h 25m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25pm	112 N 6th St	1h 35m	2:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	7:10pm	4440 Hamilton Blvd	1h 30m	8:40pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	No tags

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Allentown, PA	1h 25m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Allentown, PA	1h 25m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	10:10am	Allentown	2h	12:10pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	No tags

Next departures for Allentown to Philadelphia on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	112 N 6th St	2h 5m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
Bus	7:40am	Allentown, PA	1h 25m	9:05am	30th Street Station	Fastest
Bus	12:25pm	112 N 6th St	1h 35m	2:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Bus	8:20pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	2h 35m	10:55pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	112 N 6th St	1h 50m	4:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:29 PM EST.

Get from Allentown to Philadelphia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1h 55mAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Allentown and Philadelphia?

Stops in Allentown

A
Allentown Bus Terminal
325 Hamilton St, Allentown, PA 18101
B
Transportation Center
161 N 6th St, Allentown, PA 18101, USA

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Allentown Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Horrible experience

Carolyn S.

August 22, 2021

OurBus

4/53,157 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Allentown and Philadelphia, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Allentown Philadelphia recent customer reviews

More than 1 hour late

Steven F.

November 1, 2023

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Fullington

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Allentown to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Allentown to Philadelphia start from $17. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Allentown to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from Allentown to Philadelphia is 1h 55m, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Allentown to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, OurBus, Amtrak, Fullington.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Allentown to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Allentown to Philadelphia at 7:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Allentown to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from Allentown to Philadelphia generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Allentown to Philadelphia?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Allentown to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Allentown to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Allentown to Philadelphia?
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

11/26

$19

11/27

$18

Today

$18

11/29

$17

11/30

$17

12/01

$14

12/02

$12

12/03

$11

The cheapest trip from Allentown to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $37 for a bus ticket from Allentown to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Fullington, Amtrak 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.