How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Allentown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Allentown start from $45. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Washington to Allentown?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Allentown is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 144 miles (231 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Allentown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Allentown at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Allentown generates an estimated 6 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 Washington to Allentown?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Allentown from $32 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Allentown on January 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	2:50pm	Union Station	4h 5m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	CheapestFastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	2:50pm	Union Station	4h 5m	6:55pm	Allentown, PA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35am	Union Station	7h 35m	6:10pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	10h 40m	6:10pm	112 N 6th St	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	9h 10m	6:10pm	112 N 6th St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:32 AM EST.

Get from Washington to Allentown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

7h 55mAverage Duration

144 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Allentown?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, 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

3.5/511,921 reviews

Staff4.1

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

3.5/587,481 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 Washington Allentown recent customer reviews

Why does it take 10 hours to go to PA from DC? I will drive next time.

Ina C.

May 29, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Allentown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Allentown start from $45. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 Washington to Allentown?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Allentown is 7h 55m, covering a distance of 144 miles (231 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Allentown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Allentown?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Allentown at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Allentown?
A bus trip from Washington to Allentown generates an estimated 6 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 Washington to Allentown?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Allentown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Allentown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Allentown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

01/03

$52

01/04

$86

Today

$34

01/06

$120

01/07

$34

01/08

No data

01/09

$46

01/10

No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Allentown was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $34

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

You can expect to pay from $34 to $120 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Allentown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2026-01-07.

Usually FlixBus 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.