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Hartford to Allentown Bus Schedule
Bus from Hartford to Allentown: Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Hartford to Allentown. Traveling by bus from Hartford to Allentown usually takes around 9 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 7 hours,
| Distance | 166 mi (268 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 0m |
| Cheapest price | RON 160.43 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Hartford to Allentown?
Bus tickets for a trip from Hartford to Allentown cost RON 263.41 on average. Consider it a bargain when you can snag tickets for less than RON 263.41. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from Hartford to Allentown by month
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to RON 317.30 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Hartford to Allentown?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hartford to Allentown. Greyhound connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 4 | 9h 10m | RON 488.85 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 4 bus trips from Hartford to Allentown every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Allentown usually start from RON 160.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Hartford to Allentown
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 166 miles from Hartford to Allentown. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Hartford to Allentown at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Hartford to Allentown, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Hartford to Allentown every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Hartford to Allentown; ticket prices start at RON 282.07.
City Information
Hartford
Hartford is the capital of Connecticut, and a New England destination with literary attractions, charming parks, and engaging activities for families.
The homes of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe, both in Hartford, have been turned into museums to learn more about these authors and their lives. If you prefer Edward Cullen to Tom Sawyer, you may appreciate that a more contemporary literary giant, Stephenie Meyer, was born in Hartford too.
The Elizabeth Park Conservancy is a spread of formal gardens and grounds where you can walk, picnic, and catch outdoor concerts or tours. Kids will love the antique carousel in Bushnell Park, as well as the hands-on exhibits at the Connecticut Science Center. For those who prefer to wander through cute downtowns, West Hartford offers some of the best shopping in the area.
With a large nearby airport, and many intercity bus and train services providing access to hubs like Boston and New York, getting to Hartford is about as easy as a walk in Bushnell Park.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Hartford?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Union Station - 1 Union Pl
Union Station is a historic bus and train station located in the downtown area of Hartford, CT. Built in 1889, the station serves as the main stop in Hartford for all four Amtrak train lines that pass through the city, including the Northeast Regional, the Vermonter and the Valley Flyer, as well as the Hartford Line commuter train. Union Station is also used by bus carriers Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines as their main bus stop in Downtown Hartford. The station is easily accessible from all parts of the city and its surrounding areas through a variety of local and express transit bus lines. At Hartford’s Union Station, you will find some fast food options and vending machines, as well as restrooms and a waiting area.
All bus stations in Hartford:
Union Station - 1 Union Pl
Where does the bus arrive in Allentown?
Main arrival station: Allentown Bus Stop
All buses from Hartford arrive at one main station in Allentown.
All bus stations in Allentown:
Allentown Bus Stop
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