Cheap bus tickets from Harrisburg to Allentown

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

• FlixBus US: 1 daily buses from $20
• Fullington Trailways: 2 daily buses from $51
• Fullington Trailways: 2 daily buses from $51
• Greyhound: 2 daily buses from $20

What bus companies travel from Harrisburg to Allentown?

There are 4 bus lines from Harrisburg to Allentown 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.

• FlixBus US

  FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Harrisburg to Allentown, and the average ticket for this route costs only $28.08.

  
• Fullington Trailways

  Book Fullington Trailways from Harrisburg to Allentown from $51. There are 2 trips per day offered by Fullington Trailways from Harrisburg to Allentown and you can expect on average to pay $51.89 for a Fullington Trailways ticket to Allentown. In Harrisburg, Fullington Trailways departs to Allentown from 4th & Market. In Allentown, Fullington Trailways arrives at Lehigh Valley International Airport and one other station.

  An average trip on Fullington Trailways from Harrisburg to Allentown takes 5 hours and 20 minutes, while the fastest available Fullington Trailways trip will get you to Allentown in 5 hours and 10 minutes.

  On weekends, Fullington Trailways offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $51 for a weekend trip to Allentown.

• Fullington Trailways

  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

  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 Harrisburg to Allentown every day, with the average journey taking around 1 hours and 37 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Allentown usually start from $19.98.

  

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Harrisburg

As the capital city of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg offers numerous historic buildings with impressive architecture that will leave you in awe. Among the most impressive ones is the state’s Capitol Complex itself. With a dome that reminisces St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the building features as many as 475 rooms filled with exquisite artworks and statues. History fans should also consider visiting the State Museum of Pennsylvania, which follows the history of the state from the beginning of time to this day. Another must-see destination is the National Civil War Museum, which is one of the largest museums dedicated to the Civil War. If too many history lessons stress you out, a cruise along the Susquehanna River on the Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat will definitely help you unwind.

Harrisburg’s grilled dishes are some of the most famous staples in the city, and among the best establishments is Progress Grill, which has been serving customers since the late 1940s. For some really creative pizzas, The Pizza Grille will be a good choice.

The Harrisburg Transportation Center is the central hub for intercity travel. At the lower level, you can catch a bus by Greyhound, Jefferson Lines or Fullington Trailways to other Pennsylvanian cities such as Allentown and Philadelphia. Travelers can also take Amtrak trains to popular destinations like New York and Philadelphia on a daily basis. The city’s principal airport is Harrisburg International Airport, which is located in Middletown, southeast of the city.

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.

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