How to get from Allentown to Salem
The fastest way to travel from Allentown to Salem takes approximately 945 minutes with 6 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
945 min
706.1 km
6 transfers
101 - Bethlehem - Easton
102
Greyhound Us0340s
L1 Owl
Northeast Regional
Trolley
91
Departs from:
Chew at 14th
Walking:
32 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
to Chew at 14th
2
Take
101 - Bethlehem - Easton
Bus
Direction: To Trexlertown Plaza
From Chew at 14th
to Ott at Honochick Sb
(9 stops, 7 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Hamilton at Ott
4
Take
102
Bus
Direction: To Casino
From Hamilton at Ott
to ATC - A Platform
(18 stops, 12 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Allentown (Allentown Bus Stop)
6
Take
Greyhound Us0340s
Bus
Direction: Philadelphia
From Allentown (Allentown Bus Stop)
to Philadelphia
(1 stops, 125 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 2nd St & Green St
8
Take
L1 Owl
Bus
Direction: 69th St Transit Center
From 2nd St & Green St
to Market St & 30th St - Fs
(6 stops, 21 min)
9
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Philadelphia
10
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Roanoke
From Philadelphia
to Roanoke
(10 stops, 463 min)
11
Walk 6 min (0.4 km)
to Downtown Market
12
Take
Trolley
Bus
Direction: Downtown Market
From Downtown Market
to 3rd St Station Star Line
13
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 3rd St Station Slip C
14
Take
91
Bus
Direction: Apperson EB at Riverview
From 3rd St Station Slip C
to East Main WB at College
(32 stops, 32 min)
15
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Salem
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 Salem
Salem is located in Allentown and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Salem:
- East Main WB at College
- College NB at East Main
- College SB at Calhoun
- East Main at Strawberry Alley
Alternative Route
746 min
765.8 km
5 transfers
209 - Walbert Ave
FMT 201
Acela
Virginia Breeze
Swb
91
Departs from:
Allen at 14th Eb
Walking:
18 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
FMT 201
Bus
Direction: Philadelphia (30th St Station)
From Allentown (Transportation Center)
to Philadelphia (30th St Station)
5
Walk 5 min (0.3 km)
to Philadelphia
6
Take
Acela
Train
Direction: Washington
From Philadelphia
to Washington Union Station
(2 stops, 101 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to DC Union Station
8
Take
Virginia Breeze
Bus
Direction: Bristol, Va
From DC Union Station
to Park and Ride Lot at I-81 Exit 140
(3 stops, 300 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Exit 140 -Park and Ride
10
Take
Swb
Bus
Direction: To Roanoke
From Exit 140 -Park and Ride
to 3rd St Station Slip D
(2 stops, 35 min)
11
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to 3rd St Station Slip C
12
Take
91
Bus
Direction: Apperson EB at Riverview
From 3rd St Station Slip C
to East Main WB at College
(32 stops, 32 min)
13
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at Salem
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Allentown to Salem.
How do I travel from Allentown to Salem in Allentown?
The quickest journey from Allentown to Salem takes approximately 945 minutes via the 101 - Bethlehem - Easton bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Salem from Allentown?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 746 minutes using the 209 - Walbert Ave bus line.
Can I get directly from Allentown to Salem without changing?
This route requires 6 transfers. The complete journey takes about 945 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Allentown and Salem?
The 101 - Bethlehem - Easton line provides bus service between Chew at 14th and East Main WB at College in Allentown.
What is the journey time from Allentown to Salem by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Allentown to Salem in Allentown takes approximately 945 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Allentown to Salem?
Board the 101 - Bethlehem - Easton bus at Chew at 14th station, located near Allentown in Allentown.
Which station is closest to Salem?
The nearest stop to Salem is East Main WB at College 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.