How to get from Allentown to Washington
The fastest way to travel from Allentown to Washington takes approximately 286 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
286 min
323.5 km
4 transfers
211
Fab20
L1
Northeast Regional
R
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
35 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to 13th at Tilghman Nb
2
Take
211
Bus
Direction: To ATC - Allentown
From 13th at Tilghman Nb
to ATC - A Platform
(10 stops, 8 min)
3
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Allentown
4
Take
Fab20
Bus
Direction: Philadelphia (JFK & N 30th)
From Allentown
to Philadelphia
(1 stops, 90 min)
5
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to 8th-Market
6
Take
L1
Subway
Direction: 69th St Transit Center
From 8th-Market
to Drexel Station at 30th St
(3 stops, 5 min)
7
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Philadelphia
8
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Norfolk
From Philadelphia
to Washington Union Station
(4 stops, 124 min)
9
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
10
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform
(2 stops, 5 min)
11
Walk 17 min (1 km)
✓
Arrive at Washington
Public transport stations close to Allentown
Allentown is located in Washington and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Allentown:
- 13th at Tilghman Sb
- 13th at Tilghman Nb
- Allen at 14th Wb
- Washington at 13th Wb
Alternative Route
426 min
533.6 km
4 transfers
209 - Walbert Ave
TBL 177
C
Acela
R
Departs from:
Allen at 14th Eb
Walking:
32 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Allen at 14th Eb
2
Take
209 - Walbert Ave
Bus
Direction: To Cumberland Gardens
From Allen at 14th Eb
to ATC - Platform B
(10 stops, 8 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Allentown (Transportation Center)
4
Take
TBL 177
Bus
Direction: New York (P.A.B.T.)
From Allentown (Transportation Center)
to New York (P.A.B.T.)
(5 stops, 185 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
6
Take
C
Subway
Direction: Euclid Av
From 42 St-Port Authority Bus Terminal
to 34 St-Penn Station
7
Walk 4 min (0.3 km)
to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
8
Take
Acela
Train
Direction: Washington
From Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
(5 stops, 178 min)
9
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
10
Take
R
Subway
Direction: Shady Grove
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
to Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform
(2 stops, 5 min)
11
Walk 17 min (1 km)
✓
Arrive at Washington
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Allentown to Washington.
How do I travel from Allentown to Washington in Washington?
The quickest journey from Allentown to Washington takes approximately 286 minutes via the 211 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Washington from Allentown?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 426 minutes using the 209 - Walbert Ave bus line.
Can I get directly from Allentown to Washington without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 286 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Allentown and Washington?
The 211 line provides bus service between 13th at Tilghman Nb and Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform in Washington.
What is the journey time from Allentown to Washington by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Allentown to Washington in Washington takes approximately 286 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Allentown to Washington?
Board the 211 bus at 13th at Tilghman Nb station, located near Allentown in Washington.
Which station is closest to Washington?
The nearest stop to Washington is Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform station. Exit here to reach your destination in Washington.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.