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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Tamaqua to Allentown. Traveling by bus from Tamaqua to Allentown usually takes around one hour and 35 minutes, but the fastest Fullington Trailways bus can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 28 mi (46 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $15.85 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Fullington Trailways |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Tamaqua to Allentown?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tamaqua to Allentown. Fullington Trailways is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullington Trailways | 2 | 1h 36m | $16.05 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 35 minutes to cover the 28 miles from Tamaqua to Allentown. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 30 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tamaqua to Allentown, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tamaqua?
Buses to Allentown leave from 0 stations in Tamaqua.
Where does the bus arrive in Allentown?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 325 Hamilton St
All buses from Tamaqua arrive at one main station in Allentown.
All bus stations in Allentown:
Bus Terminal - 325 Hamilton St
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