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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Allentown is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Allentown is to fly and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $150 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Allentown?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to Allentown. However, there are services departing from Downtown Clinton and arriving at Allentown via Worcester Union Station and Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Allentown?

The distance between Lancaster and Allentown is 316 miles. The road distance is 274.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Allentown without a car is to bus which takes 7h 51m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Lancaster to Allentown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Allentown bus from?

Lancaster to Allentown bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Worcester Union Station.

Where does the Lancaster to Allentown bus arrive?

Lancaster to Allentown bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Allentown?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Allentown is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Lancaster to Allentown.

Where can I stay near Allentown?

There are 105+ hotels available in Allentown.

Lancaster to Allentown - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 10 ways to get from Lancaster to Allentown by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Worcester Union Station to Newark Penn Stationbus Greyhound US0235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Allentownbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
7h 51m
$53–101
Drive 272.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to Allentowncar 272.9 mi
5h 31m
$50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shirley to Portertrain
2. Take the train from Boston to Newark Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Allentownbus
9h 28m
$103–821
Taxi to Manchester Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Lancaster to Manchester-Airport-MHTtaxi
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MHT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane MHT - PHL
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus
5h 34m
$372–840
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Worcester, MA - Union Station to New York, NY - 1st Avenue between East 38th and 39th Streetsbus Boston
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Allentownbus Westbound
9h 49m
$140–232
Train, bus via New York
1. Take the train from Shirley to Portertrain
2. Take the train from Boston to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Newark to Allentownbus
9h 59m
Fly Worcester Regional Airport to Philadelphia International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Worcester Regional Airport (ORH) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane ORH - PHL
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus
5h 1m
$153–519
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Shirley to North Stationtrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane BOS - EWR
3. Take the bus from Newark to Allentownbus
6h 44m
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Philadelphia International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Shirley to North Stationtrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane BOS - PHL
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus
7h 37m
$241–1,047
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Shirley to North Stationtrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane BOS - LGA
3. Take the bus from Newark to Allentownbus
8h 6m

Manchester Airport (MHT) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) flights

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Distance: 314.3 mi
Duration: 7h 51m

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

You can take a vehicle from Lancaster to Allentown via Downtown Clinton, Worcester Union Station, and Newark Penn Station in around 7h 51m.

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