How to travel from New York, NY to Allentown, PA

There are 2 options to travel between New York, NY and Allentown, PA including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from New York, NY to Allentown, PA is a bus with an average price of $32.

This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Allentown, PA:

A bus is $104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Allentown, PA costing on average $136.

The fastest way to travel from New York, NY to Allentown, PA is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 26m.

Other travel options to Allentown, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 39m.

The distance from New York, NY to Allentown, PA is approximately 78 miles (126 km).

The average frequency per day from New York, NY to Allentown, PA is:

• Around 16 buses per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New York, NY and Allentown, PA as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New York, NY to Allentown, PA:

• Trains mostly depart from Penn Station, New York, NY and arrive in Allentown, North Church Street / Linden Street (Allentown Transportation Deck), Allentown, PA.
• Buses mostly depart from New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. and arrive in Allentown, North Church Street (Lanta Transportation Authority), PA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New York, NY to Allentown, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, NJ Transit to go to Allentown, PA by bus.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Allentown, PA by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from New York, NY to Allentown, PA:

• 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound, Fullington Trailways.

Omio customers who travel from New York, NY to Allentown, PA often also extend their vacation to go to Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA, Bensalem, PA, Washington, DC. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Allentown, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Allentown, PA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Allentown, PA, you can explore the Allentown Farmers Market for local produce and artisanal goods or visit the Lehigh Valley Zoo for a family-friendly experience with animals and interactive exhibits. Catch a minor league game at Coca-Cola Park or enjoy hands-on learning at the Da Vinci Science Center. The PPL Center offers concerts and sports events, while art enthusiasts can admire collections at the Allentown Art Museum. For fun and thrills, head to Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom. Discover transportation history at the America On Wheels Museum, stroll through the scenic Allentown Rose Gardens, or learn about local history at the Liberty Bell Museum.

To explore Allentown, PA, 2 to 3 days are generally sufficient to visit popular attractions such as the Allentown Art Museum, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom, and the Liberty Bell Museum.