The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Allentown, PA
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$207
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Allentown, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Allentown, PA will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
It's difficult to get from New York, NY to Allentown, PA without transferring at least once.
97 Silver Meteor · 8208 AMTRAK
85 Northeast Regional · 8208 AMTRAK
85 Northeast Regional · 8208 AMTRAK
97 Silver Meteor · 8208 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare bus and train for New York, NY to Allentown, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Allentown, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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€103 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
New York, NY to Allentown, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Allentown, PA trains for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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97 Silver Meteor · 8208 AMTRAK | 7:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 4h25 | 11:55 PM Allentown, North Church Street / Linden Street (Allentown Transportation Deck), Allentown, PA | 1 transfer | |
85 Northeast Regional · 8208 AMTRAK | 8:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 3h50 | 11:55 PM Allentown, North Church Street / Linden Street (Allentown Transportation Deck), Allentown, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Allentown, PA
Trains from New York, NY to Allentown, PA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) but you can travel from only $23 (€18) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 17:28. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 3h 42m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 42m |
First train 07:40 |
Last train 17:28 |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Allentown, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Allentown, PA from $23 (€18). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from New York, NY to Allentown, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Allentown, PA by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Allentown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Allentown, PA
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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