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Bus from Allentown to Scranton: Journey Information

There are 7 intercity buses per day from Allentown to Scranton. Traveling by bus from Allentown to Scranton usually takes around 3 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in just one hour and 40 minutes.

Distance	56 mi (90 km)
Shortest duration	1h 40m
Cheapest price	$19.98
Trips per day	3
Most frequent service	Greyhound
Bus lines	5

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Allentown to Scranton Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Allentown to Scranton:

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How much is a bus ticket from Allentown to Scranton?

Bus tickets for a trip from Allentown to Scranton cost $31.77 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.

Average bus ticket prices from Allentown to Scranton by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Allentown to Scranton in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $29 to $34. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 16, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Scranton this week, bus tickets are available starting at $29.

Average bus ticket prices from Allentown to Scranton by month

Traveling from Allentown to Scranton by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $33 whenever you decide to travel.

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 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $4.92 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Allentown to Scranton?

There are 5 bus lines from Allentown to Scranton available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Greyhound offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak Thruway	1	1h 40m	$46.00
Fullington Trailways	2	4h 12m	$38.62
Fullington Trailways	2	4h 12m	$38.73
Greyhound	2	2h 42m	$25.40
Martz	1	1h 55m	$38.00

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 Scranton start at $46. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Fullington Trailways from Allentown to Scranton from $36. There are 2 trips per day offered by Fullington Trailways from Allentown to Scranton and you can expect on average to pay $38.62 for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Scranton. In Allentown, Fullington Trailways departs to Scranton from Lehigh Valley International Airport and one other station. In Scranton, Fullington Trailways arrives at Lackawanna Transit Center.

An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Allentown to Scranton takes 4 hours and 12 minutes, while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to Scranton in 4 hours and 0 minutes.

On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $36 for a weekend trip to Scranton.
Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.
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 2 bus trips from Allentown to Scranton every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Scranton usually start from $19.98.
Book Martz from Allentown to Scranton from $38. Typically there is one Martz schedule per day from Allentown to Scranton and you can expect on average to pay $38 for a Martz ticket to Scranton. In Allentown, Martz departs to Scranton from Allentown Bus Stop. In Scranton, Martz arrives at Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot.

An average trip on Martz from Allentown to Scranton takes 1 hours and 55 minutes.

On weekends, Martz offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay $38 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Scranton.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Allentown to Scranton

There are 7 scheduled buses that travel from Allentown to Scranton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 56 miles from Allentown to Scranton. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 40 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

Distance (km)

The first bus leaves at 10:20am and the last bus leaves at 7:05pm. To see the times for all buses from Allentown to Scranton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

10:20am

Latest bus

7:05pm

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Scranton, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Thursday

Least crowded

Sunday

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.

Scranton

You might know Scranton from the award-winning documentary that took place there, The Office. But Scranton is much more than paper and beet farms.

The Steamtown National Historic Site is a little museum dedicated to steam engines and their role in the economy of the United States throughout the nineteenth century. The Anthracite Heritage Museum engages a wide range of audiences by interpreting, collecting, and presenting the story of hard coal mining, allied industries, northern Pennsylvania's historic immigrant culture, and the evolution of the region's culture. Scranton is also known for its handcrafted smoked and cured meats, including their unique smoked kielbasa blend of pork and beef.

Scranton Bus Terminal is the city's main bus and train station, which services all sorts of carriers. Popular bus routes to Scranton come from New York, Seattle, and Kingston. Amtrak trains, meanwhile, are available from Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Seabrook, and more.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Allentown?

Main departure station: Allentown Bus Stop

Buses to Scranton leave from 4 stations in Allentown.

All bus stations in Allentown:

Allentown Bus Stop
Lehigh Valley International Airport
Allentown LANTA
Allentown Transportation Center

Where does the bus arrive in Scranton?

Main arrival station: Lackawanna Transit Center

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Scranton.

All bus stations in Scranton:

Lackawanna Transit Center
Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot

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