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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Allentown is to train and bus which costs $10 - $19 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Allentown is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Allentown?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Allentown. However, there are services departing from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr and arriving at Allentown Transportation Center via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal and Philadelphia 30th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Chester to Allentown?

The distance between Chester and Allentown is 70 miles. The road distance is 64 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Allentown without a car is to train and bus via Philadelphia 30th St Station which takes 2h 44m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Chester to Allentown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Allentown bus from?

Chester to Allentown bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr station.

Where does the Chester to Allentown bus arrive?

Chester to Allentown bus services, operated by SEPTA, arrive at 69th St Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Chester to Allentown?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Allentown is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Chester to Allentown.

Where can I stay near Allentown?

There are 105+ hotels available in Allentown.

Chester to Allentown - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 109 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Allentown by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Philadelphia 30th St Station
best
1. Take the train from Chester Transit Center to Gray 30th St Stationtrain Wil
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus Philadelphia
2h 44m
$33–48
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chester Transit Center to Jefferson Stationtrain Wil
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Allentownbus FlixBus 2651
3h 19m
$11–19
Drive 63.7 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Allentowncar 63.7 mi
1h 12m
$12–17
Line 109 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr to 69th St Transit Centerbus 109
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus Philadelphia
3h 51m
$36–51

Chester to Allentown by train and bus

7Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 69.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a bus from 6th St & Welsh St - Chester Tran Ctr to Allentown Transportation Center via 69th St Transit Center, 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, Market St & 30th St, and Philadelphia 30th St Station in around 3h 51m.

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