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Allentown to Wilkes-Barre Coach Timetable
Coach from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre. Traveling by coach from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre usually takes around 3 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Martz coach can make the trip in just one hour and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 49 mi (78 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 10m |
| Cheapest price | £22.66 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Fullington Trailways |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre
- Amtrak Thruway: 1 daily coaches from £35
- Fullington Trailways: 2 daily coaches from £23
- Martz: 2 daily coaches from £29
How much is a coach ticket from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre?
Bus tickets for a trip from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre cost £26.54 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What coach companies travel from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre?
There are 3 bus lines from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Fullington Trailways offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 2h 15m | £34.75 |
| Fullington Trailways | 2 | 3h 43m | £26.43 |
| Martz | 2 | 1h 43m | £28.71 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre start at £35. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Fullington Trailways from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre from £23. There are 2 Fullington Trailways schedules from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre and you can expect on average to pay for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Wilkes-Barre. In Allentown, Fullington Trailways departs to Wilkes-Barre from Lehigh Valley International Airport and 2 other stations. In Wilkes-Barre, Fullington Trailways arrives at Martz Bus Terminal and no other station.
An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre takes 3 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to Wilkes-Barre in 1 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Wilkes-Barre.
Book Martz from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre from £29. There are 2 Martz schedules from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre and you can expect on average to pay for a Martz ticket to Wilkes-Barre. In Allentown, Martz departs to Wilkes-Barre from Allentown Bus Stop and no other station. In Wilkes-Barre, Martz arrives at 29 Wyoming Valley Mall and 1 other station.
An average trip on Martz from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre takes 1 hours and 43 minutes , while the fastest available Martz trip will get you to Wilkes-Barre in 1 hours and 10 minutes .
On weekends, Martz offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Wilkes-Barre.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 49 miles from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre. However, the fastest coach only takes an hour and 10 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Wilkes-Barre at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 10:00 and the last coach leaves at 18:00. To see the times for all coaches from Allentown to Wilkes-Barre, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Allentown
Allentown, aka the Queen City, holds historical significance in Pennsylvania. The Liberty Bell is the biggest attraction in town, with travelers coming from across the country to see the famous bell patriots successfully hid during the American Revolution. If you're in tune with art or monumental buildings, the city's museum has over 17,000 works of art that hold the history of the people that lived there.
On a more adventurous note, there is the Lehigh Valley Grand Prix, known best for Karting, where you can get your fix at over 40 miles an hour on the quarter-mile track. It has a league of racers that are devoted to becoming the top Karters in the city. Get behind the wheel to give them some competition- or sit back with a drink to watch the races. Looking for a nightlife experience? There are plenty of nightclubs, lounges, and restaurants to keep the party going after dark.
Allentown has a variety of bus companies providing intercity transport, including Greyhound, Fullington Trailways, and Martz. Amtrak also provides service from major cities like New Orleans, Newark, and Dallas. Allentown/Bethlehem/Easton (ABE) station is about 4 miles out from the city, which makes it easy to catch a quick bus or train anywhere.
Wilkes-Barre
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Wilkes-Barre is a Pennsylvania city surrounded by the Pocono Mountains. Like much of the Poconos, Wilkes-Barre has its fair share of resorts, outdoor adventure, and entertainment options. Slip down rocky slides and soak in glacial meltwater "tubs" at Kirby Park and Seven Tubs Nature Area, or enjoy the urban greenery at the River Common. Coal mining put Wilkes-Barre on the map, and you can imagine what life was like in the 19th-century boom by visiting Eckley Miners' Village in Luzerne County.
Nightlife in Wilkes-Barre is exciting, and it all starts at the Mohegan Sun Pocono, a casino resort and racetrack. Test your luck on the slots, cards, or horse races, or simply enjoy the luxurious dining options and spa on-site. Downtown Wilkes-Barre also has solid restaurants and bars to choose from.
Although Amtrak trains do not stop in Wilkes-Barre, Amtrak Thruway buses connect the city to Philadelphia, where you can transfer to several of Philly's rail lines. Plus, Fullington Trailways and Martz operate intercity bus service to Wilkes-Barre from Scranton, Delaware Water Gap, New York, and more. The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport is convenient to reach from town and offers flights on several major airlines.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Allentown?
Main departure station: Allentown Bus Stop
Coaches to Wilkes-Barre leave from 3 stations in Allentown.
All coach stations in Allentown:
Allentown Bus Stop
Allentown LANTA
Lehigh Valley International Airport
Where does the coach arrive in Wilkes-Barre?
Main arrival station: Martz Bus Terminal
Coaches arrive in Wilkes-Barre at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Wilkes-Barre:
Martz Bus Terminal
29 Wyoming Valley Mall
Intermodal Transp Ctr
Wilkes-Barre
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