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Cheap train tickets from Allentown to Washington DC
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Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Allentown to Washington DC. Travelling by train from Allentown to Washington DC usually takes 7 hours and 25 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 hours and 53 minutes.
- Distance
- 143 mi (231 km)
- Fastest train
- 3h 53m
- Lowest price
- £38.71
- Trains per day
- 6
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Allentown to Washington DC Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Allentown to Washington DC?
There are usually 10 daily coach trips from Allentown to Washington DC.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£87.53 | Avg. Price£56.41Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips6 | Daily Trips10 |
Duration | Duration7h 25mFaster | Duration7h 33m |
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There are several train options that can take you from Allentown to Washington DC:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Allentown to Washington DC?
In the last month, train tickets from Allentown to Washington DC cost about £76 when booked at the cheapest time. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 17 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around £35.61 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Allentown to Washington DC by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Allentown to Washington DC will cost between £56 and £173. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Allentown to Washington DC by month
Ticket prices for the train from Allentown to Washington DC often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only £77. If you're thinking of travelling from Allentown to Washington DC during April, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £96 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in April, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Allentown to Washington DC on Wanderu at least 17 days ahead of time, you can save about £35.61 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Allentown to Washington DC?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Allentown to Washington DC. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 6 | 7h 25m | £87.53 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 6 Amtrak trains from Allentown to Washington DC every day, as well as 7 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from £38.71.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Allentown to Washington DC
While the train is the main method of transport from Allentown to Washington DC, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
There are 6 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your hand luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington DC to Allentown. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Allentown to Washington DC for £31.
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
0
The distance between Allentown and Washington DC is approximately 143 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 7 hours and 25 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 53 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
143
Distance (km)
231
The earliest train departs Allentown at 7:40 while the last train of the day leaves at 7:40. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
7:40am
Last train
7:40am
Trains from Allentown to Washington DC are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Allentown
Allentown, aka the Queen City, holds historical significance in Pennsylvania. The Liberty Bell Museum is the biggest attraction in town, with travellers coming from across the country to see where patriots successfully hid the famous bell 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 coach 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 coach or train anywhere.
Washington DC
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighbourhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transport hub with three nearby airports and several coach and train stations.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Allentown?
Main departure station: Allentown LANTA
There is one train station in Allentown.
All train stations in Allentown:
- Allentown LANTA
Where is the train station in Washington DC?
Main arrival station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transport hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travellers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity coach travel, serving as the main coach station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, local bus and tram services, as well as commuter rail for travellers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
Train stations in Washington DC:
- Union Station
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