How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Allentown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Allentown start from $17. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Philadelphia to Allentown?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Allentown is 2h, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Amtrak .

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 .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Allentown at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Allentown 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 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.

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.

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

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 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.

Bus Philadelphia to Allentown from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 20m	1:40pm	112 N 6th St	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 55m	2:15pm	Lehigh Valley International Airport	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 55m	3:25pm	Allentown	No tags
Bus	11:10am	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 40m	12:50pm	4440 Hamilton Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	5:40pm	112 N 6th St	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 20m	1:40pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	10:55am	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	11:10am	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 40m	12:50pm	4440 Hamilton Blvd	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	10:55am	112 N 6th St	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 20m	1:40pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	5:40pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 55m	3:25pm	Allentown	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	5:40pm	112 N 6th St	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 20m	1:40pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	10:55am	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 45m	3:15pm	Allentown	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	5:40pm	112 N 6th St	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 20m	1:40pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	10:55am	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 55m	3:25pm	Allentown	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Allentown on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	5:40pm	112 N 6th St	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	30th Street Station	1h 10m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	Fastest
Bus	11:20am	199 Spring Garden St.	2h 20m	1:40pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	9:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1h 40m	10:55am	112 N 6th St	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	12 Schuylkill Ave	1h 55m	3:25pm	Allentown	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:53 AM 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 $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

2hAverage Duration

48 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Allentown?

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

Stops in Allentown

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,629 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

3.5/587,434 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 Philadelphia Allentown recent customer reviews

I found the service incredibly precise, clean and the staff was really kind at all times. Amazing!

John M.

January 4, 2023

Bus broke down

Jeff S.

December 28, 2023

Fullington

OurBus

4/53,172 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Philadelphia and Allentown, 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.

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown 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 Philadelphia to Allentown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Allentown start from $17. The average price for this route is around $23. 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 Philadelphia to Allentown?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Allentown is 2h, covering a distance of 48 miles (77 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Allentown?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Allentown at 8:25am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Allentown?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Allentown 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 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.
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.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Allentown?
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 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

12/14

$21

12/15

$26

Today

$18

12/17

$18

12/18

$14

12/19

$15

12/20

$15

12/21

$15

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $14

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 $14 to $33 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 $14 which is on 2025-12-18.

Usually Amtrak, 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.