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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 23 at
    Departure city: Allentown
    Departure location: 112 N 6th St
    Arrival time: April 23 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Spring Garden Street
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $17
Bus Allentown to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Bus Allentown to Philadelphia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29
Average bus trip duration1h 40m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure7:40 AM
Distance48 miles (77 km)
Latest bus departure8:15 PM

Allentown to Philadelphia Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:40AM - 8:15PM
Minimum Price$13
Average Ticket Price$29
Minimum Trip Duration1h15m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h40m
Distance48 miles (77 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, OurBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Allentown - Philadelphia

The best way to travel from Allentown to Philadelphia is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

On average, the trip from Allentown to Philadelphia takes around 1h 40m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 1h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 50 miles (81 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 50 miles (81 km).

On average, there are 2 daily departures on this route, offered by Greyhound and OurBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Allentown to Philadelphia may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Allentown to Philadelphia a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The first bus leaves at 7:40 AM and the last one leaves at 8:15 PM.

If you're headed to Philadelphia from Allentown, chances are that your bus will depart from Allentown Bus Terminal and arrive at Bus Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $16.

The average bus ticket price from Allentown to Philadelphia is $29. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $16 and $39, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Allentown to Philadelphia. The round-trip travel time is around 2h 30m. So you'll have enough time to visit Philadelphia before returning to Allentown in the evening.

Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are National Museum of Jewish History, Schuylkill River Trail, Arden Theatre Company, Independence Hall and Liberty Bell.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/21
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04/22
$13
Today
$14
04/24
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04/25
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04/26
$17
04/27
$15
04/28
$14
The cheapest trip from Allentown to Philadelphia was searched and found on Apr 22, 2024 with a price of $13

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $31 for a bus ticket from Allentown to Philadelphia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2024-04-28.

Usually OurBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Allentown to Philadelphia.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Allentown to Philadelphia.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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