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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Springfield to Allentown. Traveling by bus from Springfield to Allentown usually takes around 19 hours and 20 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 155 mi (249 km) |
Shortest duration | 19h 20m |
Cheapest price | $45.00 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Springfield to Allentown?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Springfield to Allentown. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 1 | 19h 20m | $45.00 |
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 1 bus trips from Springfield to Allentown every day, with the average journey taking around 19 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Allentown usually start from $45.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 20 minutes to cover the 155 miles from Springfield to Allentown. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Springfield to Allentown. It leaves the station in Springfield at 2:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Springfield
Springfield, which was created as a station on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad in 1847, is the principal business center in the southern area of Fairfax County. Springfield, located in Virginia, is a pleasant town with plenty of indoor and outdoor entertainment options.
Lake Accotink is a great place to visit for the dam, lake surrounding walks, and picnicking. Parks, easy access to fishing, hiking paths, kayaking, and paddle boat rentals surround the Lake Accotink reservoir. The St. James Sports, Wellness, and Entertainment Complex also has internet films to keep you entertained during these periods.
If you prefer shopping and dining, Springfield Town Center should be on your list of places to visit. The Springfield Town Center offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Lake parks, zipline, golf courses, fight adventures, and lots more.
In terms of transportation, you can catch a bus, rent a bike or get in a taxi. The nearest train station is Amtrak Autotrain, with trips from the Amtrak Vermonter, Amtrak Lake Shore Limited, and Northeast Regional. These rail services connect from New Haven, Rensselaer, Chicago, and Windsor Locks. Greyhound provides most of the intercity bus transportation, with routes from Springfield to Tucson, Phoenix, Fredericksburg, San Antonio, and Washington. The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is only 15 miles away, and the Washington Dulles International Airport is 27 miles away.
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 Springfield?
Main departure station: Franconia-Springfield Metro Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Springfield.
All bus stations in Springfield:
Franconia-Springfield Metro Station
Where does the bus arrive in Allentown?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 325 Hamilton St
All buses from Springfield arrive at one main station in Allentown.
All bus stations in Allentown:
Bus Terminal - 325 Hamilton St
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