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Bus from Scranton to Allentown: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Scranton to Allentown. Traveling by bus from Scranton to Allentown usually takes around 2 hours and 51 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 | 3 |
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There are several bus options that can take you from Scranton to Allentown:
- Greyhound: 2 daily buses from $20
- Martz: 1 daily buses from $38
- Amtrak Thruway: 1 daily buses from $46
How much is a bus ticket from Scranton to Allentown?
Bus tickets for a trip from Scranton to Allentown cost $23.83 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 Scranton to Allentown by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Scranton to Allentown in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $20 to $42. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 2, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Allentown this week, bus tickets are available starting at $20.
Average bus ticket prices from Scranton to Allentown by month
Traveling from Scranton to Allentown 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 $28 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. Booking in advance, even by a couple of days, is the best way to find cheaper bus tickets.
What bus companies travel from Scranton to Allentown?
There are 3 bus lines from Scranton to Allentown 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 2h 55m | $24.24 |
| Martz | 1 | 1h 50m | $38.00 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1h 40m | $46.00 |
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 Scranton to Allentown every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Allentown usually start from $19.98.
Book Martz from Scranton to Allentown from $38. Typically there is one Martz schedule per day from Scranton to Allentown and you can expect on average to pay $38 for a Martz ticket to Allentown. In Scranton, Martz departs to Allentown from Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot. In Allentown, Martz arrives at Allentown Bus Stop.
An average trip on Martz from Scranton to Allentown takes 1 hours and 50 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 Allentown.
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 Scranton to Allentown start at $46. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Scranton to Allentown
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Scranton to Allentown every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Scranton to Allentown without transferring.
Trips per day
3
Direct trips
3
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 56 miles from Scranton to Allentown. 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)
56
Distance (km)
90
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:30pm. To see the times for all buses from Scranton to Allentown, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
6:00am
Latest bus
5:30pm
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Allentown 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Sunday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
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.
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 Scranton?
Main departure station: Lackawanna Transit Center
Scranton has two bus stations with service to Allentown.
All bus stations in Scranton:
- Lackawanna Transit Center
- Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot
Where does the bus arrive in Allentown?
Main arrival station: Allentown Bus Stop
Buses arrive in Allentown at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Allentown:
- Allentown Bus Stop
- Lehigh Valley International Airport
- Allentown LANTA
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