How to get from Allentown to Lancaster
The fastest way to travel from Allentown to Lancaster takes approximately 294 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
294 min
210.6 km
4 transfers
211
Fab20
L1
Pennsylvanian
1
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
24 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
Pennsylvanian
Train
Direction: Pittsburgh
From Philadelphia
to Lancaster
(1 stops, 69 min)
9
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to N. Duke & E. Liberty St.
10
Take
1
Bus
Direction: Northeast
From N. Duke & E. Liberty St.
to Courthouse Duke & Grant
(14 stops, 18 min)
11
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Lancaster
Public transport stations close to Allentown
Allentown is located in Lancaster 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 Lancaster
Lancaster is located in Lancaster and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Lancaster:
- N. Queen & King Fulton Bank
- Courthouse Duke & Grant
- W. Vine & S. Queen St.
- S. Queen & E. Vine St.
Alternative Route
170 min
195.9 km
3 transfers
211
Flixbus N2640
Keystone Service
6
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
17 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 2 min (0.1 km)
to Allentown (Allentown Bus Stop)
4
Take
Flixbus N2640
Bus
Direction: Chicago Bus Station
From Allentown (Allentown Bus Stop)
to Harrisburg Bus Station
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Harrisburg
6
Take
Keystone Service
Train
Direction: New York
From Harrisburg
to Lancaster
(2 stops, 32 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Amtrak Station Mcgovern & N. Queen St.
8
Take
6
Bus
Direction: Hawthorne Centre
From Amtrak Station Mcgovern & N. Queen St.
to W. Chestnut & N. Queen
(6 stops, 12 min)
9
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
✓
Arrive at Lancaster
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Allentown to Lancaster.
How do I travel from Allentown to Lancaster in Lancaster?
The quickest journey from Allentown to Lancaster takes approximately 294 minutes via the 211 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Lancaster from Allentown?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 170 minutes using the 211 bus line.
Can I get directly from Allentown to Lancaster without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 294 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Allentown and Lancaster?
The 211 line provides bus service between 13th at Tilghman Nb and Courthouse Duke & Grant in Lancaster.
What is the journey time from Allentown to Lancaster by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Allentown to Lancaster in Lancaster takes approximately 294 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Allentown to Lancaster?
Board the 211 bus at 13th at Tilghman Nb station, located near Allentown in Lancaster.
Which station is closest to Lancaster?
The nearest stop to Lancaster is Courthouse Duke & Grant station. Exit here to reach your destination in Lancaster.
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.