How to get from Allentown to Fairfax
The fastest way to travel from Allentown to Fairfax takes approximately 330 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 7 route options for you.
From Allentown to Fairfax
Fastest Route
330 min
355.3 km
5 transfers
211
Fab20
L1
Northeast Regional
O
F50
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
22 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 New Carrollton Amtrak Station
(3 stops, 112 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
10
Take
O
Subway
Direction: Vienna
From New Carrollton, Orange Line Center Platform
to Vienna, Orange Line Center Platform
(24 stops, 55 min)
11
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Vienna+Bay H
12
Take
F50
Bus
Direction: West to George Mason
From Vienna+Bay H
to University Dr+Main St
(14 stops, 14 min)
13
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Fairfax
Public transport stations close to Allentown
Allentown is located in Allentown 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 Fairfax
Fairfax is located in Allentown and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Fairfax:
- University Dr+Main St
- University Dr+North St
- Fairfax Judicial Center
- University Dr+South St
Alternative Route
401 min
356.3 km
4 transfers
211
Fab20
L1
Northeast Regional
F23
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
20 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 Alexandria
(5 stops, 172 min)
9
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to King Street-Old Town+Bay B
10
Take
F23
Bus
Direction: West to George Mason
From King Street-Old Town+Bay B
to University Dr+Main St
(46 stops, 63 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Fairfax
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Allentown to Fairfax.
How do I travel from Allentown to Fairfax in Allentown?
The quickest journey from Allentown to Fairfax takes approximately 330 minutes via the 211 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Fairfax from Allentown?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 401 minutes using the 211 bus line.
Can I get directly from Allentown to Fairfax without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 330 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Allentown and Fairfax?
The 211 line provides bus service between 13th at Tilghman Nb and University Dr+Main St in Allentown.
What is the journey time from Allentown to Fairfax by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Allentown to Fairfax in Allentown takes approximately 330 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Allentown to Fairfax?
Board the 211 bus at 13th at Tilghman Nb station, located near Allentown in Allentown.
Which station is closest to Fairfax?
The nearest stop to Fairfax is University Dr+Main St station. Exit here to reach your destination in Allentown.
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.