How to get from Allentown to Charles Town
The fastest way to travel from Allentown to Charles Town takes approximately 569 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 3 route options for you.
From Allentown to Charles Town
Fastest Route
569 min
467.9 km
5 transfers
211
Fab20
L1
Northeast Regional
Floridian
20
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
18 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
Take
Floridian
Train
Direction: Chicago
From Washington Union Station
to Martinsburg Amtrak Station
(2 stops, 100 min)
10
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Caperton Transportation Station
11
Take
20
Bus
Direction: VA Medical Center
From Caperton Transportation Station
to Charles Washington Hall
(6 stops, 47 min)
12
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Charles Town
Public transport stations close to Allentown
Allentown is located in Charles Town 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
Public transport stations close to Charles Town
Charles Town is located in Charles Town and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Charles Town:
- Charles Town City Hall
- Charles Town Crt House Wash St
- Charles Town Court House
- Charles Washington Hall
Alternative Route
497 min
415.6 km
4 transfers
209
Flixbus 2651
Flixbus 2605
Marc
Route 20
Departs from:
Allen at 14th Eb
Walking:
17 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Allen at 14th Eb
2
Take
209
Bus
Direction: To Parkway Shopping Cntr
From Allen at 14th Eb
to ATC - B Platform
(20 stops, 15 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Allentown (Allentown Bus Stop)
4
Take
Flixbus 2651
Bus
Direction: Cherry Hill
From Allentown (Allentown Bus Stop)
to Philadelphia
5
Take
Flixbus 2605
Bus
Direction: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
From Philadelphia
to Washington Union Station
(1 stops, 195 min)
6
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Union Station Marc Washington
7
Take
Marc
Train
Direction: Martinsburg
From Union Station Marc Washington
to Harpers Ferry W VA Marc wb
(10 stops, 80 min)
8
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Harpers Ferry
9
Take
Route 20
Bus
Direction: Gabes
From Harpers Ferry
to Charles Town Crt House Wash St
(1 stops, 25 min)
10
Walk 0 min
✓
Arrive at Charles Town
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Allentown to Charles Town.
How do I travel from Allentown to Charles Town in Charles Town?
The quickest journey from Allentown to Charles Town takes approximately 569 minutes via the 211 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Charles Town from Allentown?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 497 minutes using the 209 bus line.
Can I get directly from Allentown to Charles Town without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 569 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Allentown and Charles Town?
The 211 line provides bus service between 13th at Tilghman Nb and Charles Washington Hall in Charles Town.
What is the journey time from Allentown to Charles Town by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Allentown to Charles Town in Charles Town takes approximately 569 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Allentown to Charles Town?
Board the 211 bus at 13th at Tilghman Nb station, located near Allentown in Charles Town.
Which station is closest to Charles Town?
The nearest stop to Charles Town is Charles Washington Hall station. Exit here to reach your destination in Charles Town.
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.