Question 1

Can you take a train all the way from Allentown to New York?

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While the train is the main method of transportation from Allentown to New York, 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 bus or express shuttle.

Question 2

Other ways to get from Boston to NYC

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There are usually 19 daily train trips available from Boston to New York.

Question 3

When are trains the most crowded?

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Trains departing from Allentown to New York tend to have the most passengers on Wednesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Wednesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Monday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

Question 4

Which train should you take from Allentown to New York?

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Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Allentown to New York.  However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

Question 5

What is the price of a train ticket from Allentown to New York?

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In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Allentown to New York was $46.00.  Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 29 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $42.02 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Question 6

Is there a direct train from Allentown to New York?

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There are 4 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 carry-on 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 New York to Allentown.

Question 7

How long is the train journey from Allentown to New York?

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The distance between Allentown and New York is approximately 78 miles, or 126 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 38 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 41 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Question 8

When are the first and last trains of the day?

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The earliest train departs Allentown at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Question 9

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Question 10

Where is the train station in New York?

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New York has one train station.

Question 11

Where is the train station in Allentown?

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There is one train station in Allentown.

Question 12

Prices as travel date approaches

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Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from Allentown to New York. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 29 days before departure, you can save around $42.02. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!

Question 13

Average prices by travel date

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The average cost of a one-way train trip from Allentown to New York is expected to fluctuate between  and  in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to New York in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from Allentown is .

Question 14

Monthly average prices

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Ticket prices for the train from Allentown to New York often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in  when the average ticket price is only . If you're thinking of traveling from Allentown to New York during , keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of  during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in , is to book your trip well in advance.

Question 15

Need a return trip from New York to Allentown?

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Question 16

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

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With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.