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

The cheapest way to get from Swarthmore to Allentown is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swarthmore to Allentown is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Swarthmore and Allentown?

No, there is no direct bus from Swarthmore to Allentown. However, there are services departing from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av and arriving at Allentown via Philadelphia Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Swarthmore to Allentown?

The distance between Swarthmore and Allentown is 67 miles. The road distance is 59.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swarthmore to Allentown without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 36m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Swarthmore to Allentown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swarthmore to Allentown bus from?

Swarthmore to Allentown bus services, operated by SEPTA, depart from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av station.

Where does the Swarthmore to Allentown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swarthmore to Allentown?

Yes, the driving distance between Swarthmore to Allentown is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Swarthmore to Allentown.

Where can I stay near Allentown?

There are 92+ hotels available in Allentown.

Swarthmore to Allentown - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swarthmore to Allentown by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swarthmore to Gray 30th St Stationtrain Med
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus Philadelphia
2h 36m
$33–48
Drive 59.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swarthmore to Allentowncar 59.3 mi
1h 9m
$11–16
Line 109 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to 69th St Transit Center South Terminalbus 109
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Allentownbus FlixBus 2651
3h 31m
$14–22

Swarthmore to Allentown by train and bus

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2h 36mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 67 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Chester Rd & Rutgers Av to Allentown via 69th St Transit Center South Terminal, 69th St Transit Center, 11th St, and Philadelphia Bus Station in around 3h 31m.

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