What is the cheapest way to get from Allentown to Columbia?

The cheapest way to get from Allentown to Columbia is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Allentown to Columbia?

The fastest way to get from Allentown to Columbia is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Allentown to Columbia?

The distance between Allentown and Columbia is 169 miles. The road distance is 148.1 miles.

How do I travel from Allentown to Columbia without a car?

The best way to get from Allentown to Columbia without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h and costs $55 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Allentown to Columbia?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Allentown to Columbia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Allentown to Columbia bus from?

Allentown to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Allentown station.

Where does the Allentown to Columbia bus arrive?

Allentown to Columbia bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Can I drive from Allentown to Columbia?

Yes, the driving distance between Allentown to Columbia is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Allentown to Columbia.

Where can I stay near Columbia?

There are 360+ hotels available in Columbia.

Allentown to Columbia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Allentown and Columbia?

No, there is no direct bus from Allentown to Columbia. However, there are services departing from Allentown and arriving at LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Philadelphia Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb and LOMBARD ST & EUTAW ST fs wb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Allentown to Columbia by bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Allentown Transportation Center to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Baltimore Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
5h
$55–666
Drive 147.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Allentown to Columbiacar 147.2 mi
2h 56m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Allentown to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2651
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0320 / ...
6h 31m
$27–65
Bus via Perry Hall
1. Take the bus from Allentown Transportation Center to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia to White Marsh Park & Ridebus New York
7h 59m
$59–100

Allentown to Columbia by bus, train, and tram

7Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Allentown, Lehigh County, PA, USA and Columbia, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Allentown to LITTLE PATUXENT PKWY & VANTAGE POINT RD opp wb via Philadelphia Bus Station, Baltimore Downtown Bus Station, HAINES ST & WARNER ST eb, PACA ST & BALTIMORE nb, and LOMBARD ST & EUTAW ST fs wb in around 6h 31m.

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