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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Allentown is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Allentown is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Scranton and Allentown?

No, there is no direct bus from Scranton to Allentown. However, there are services departing from Scranton and arriving at Robbinsville, NJ - 112 N Main St via New York, NY - 11th Avenue between W. 35th and W. 36th Streets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Scranton to Allentown?

The distance between Scranton and Allentown is 165 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Allentown without a car is to bus and train via Newark which takes 3h 51m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Scranton to Allentown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scranton to Allentown bus from?

Scranton to Allentown bus services, operated by Martz Bus, depart from Scranton station.

Where does the Scranton to Allentown bus arrive?

Scranton to Allentown bus services, operated by Martz Bus, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Scranton to Allentown?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Allentown is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Scranton to Allentown.

Where can I stay near Allentown?

There are 104+ hotels available in Allentown.

Scranton to Allentown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Scranton to Allentown by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train via Newark
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus N2686
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Hamiltontrain Nec
3h 51m
$50–89
Drive 118.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Scranton to Allentowncar 118.4 mi
2h 47m
$22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Trentontrain Keystone Service / ...
4h 54m
$80–120
Bus via New York
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the bus from New York, NY - 11th Avenue between W. 35th and W. 36th Streets to Robbinsville, NJ - 112 N Main Stbus New York
5h 30m
$75–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
2. Take the bus from Market St At 11Th St to Wallenberg Ave Across From Terminalbus 409
9h 32m
$45–87

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Distance: 164 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Allentown, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Scranton to Allentown via Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York, NY - 11th Avenue between W. 35th and W. 36th Streets, and Robbinsville, NJ - 112 N Main St in around 5h 30m.

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