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Allentown Art Museum
Art museum with American and European works, changing exhibitions and family-friendly galleries in downtown Allentown.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown, PA will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Allentown, PA every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus

FAB 21
FlixBus
FAB 21

The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Allentown, PA coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 9:30 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1h35 | 11:05 Allentown, North Church Street (Lanta Transportation Authority), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 Philadelphia Bus Station | 2h55 | 14:15 Allentown, Lehigh Valley International Airport, PA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 Philadelphia Bus Station | 2h20 | 13:40 Allentown, North Church Street (Lanta Transportation Authority), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
FAB 21 | 13:30 Philadelphia Bus Terminal (1001 Filbert Street, Philadelphia, PA), PA | 1h55 | 15:25 Allentown, North Church Street (Lanta Transportation Authority), PA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Philadelphia Bus Station | 1h40 | 17:40 Allentown, North Church Street (Lanta Transportation Authority), PA | 0 changesdirect |
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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown, PA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:40, the last at 20:50. The fastest coach covers the 78 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 78 km |
Average bus duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 7:40 |
Last bus 20:50 |
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Art museum with American and European works, changing exhibitions and family-friendly galleries in downtown Allentown.
Children’s museum with hands-on science, building and imaginative play exhibits, ideal for families with younger visitors.
Compact local museum presenting Native American history, artefacts and educational displays with a strong regional focus.
Large urban park with streams, trails, picnic areas and historic sites, popular for walking and a calmer side of the city.
Linear pedestrian arts corridor linking downtown venues with sculptures, banners and event spaces; pleasant for an urban stroll.
Revitalised downtown district around Hamilton Street with shops, venues and public spaces, useful as a base for sightseeing.
Pennsylvania Dutch chicken pot pie is a rich noodle stew with chicken and vegetables, long tied to local home cooking in the Lehigh Valley.
Shoofly pie is a molasses crumb pie from Pennsylvania Dutch baking, valued for its deep sweetness and strong regional heritage.
Fastnachts are traditional Pennsylvania Dutch doughnuts eaten around Lent, known locally for their dense texture and old community custom.
Historic restaurant known for Pennsylvania Dutch fare, roasts and hearty regional comfort food in a traditional dining room.
Long-running local sandwich shop famous for cheesesteaks and casual counter service, popular for a classic Allentown meal.
Polished steakhouse serving dry-aged steaks, seafood and cocktails in an upscale yet approachable setting downtown.
Moderate for US city breaks: hotels and dining are usually lower than New York or Philadelphia, while car travel is often needed and public transport is limited.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks if there is table service; tipping is expected.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Allentown, PA by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Allentown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Philadelphia, PA to Allentown, PA buses use the Philadelphia, Spring Garden St / N 2nd St (Madison War Memorial Park) to Allentown, North Church Street (Lanta Transportation Authority) station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Allentown, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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