How to get from Allentown to Towson
The fastest way to travel from Allentown to Towson takes approximately 272 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus, subway and train. We found 7 route options for you.
Fastest Route
272 min
268.9 km
4 transfers
211
Fab20
L1
Northeast Regional
Citylink Green
Departs from:
13th at Tilghman Nb
Walking:
21 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 Baltimore Penn Station
(1 stops, 77 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
10
Take
Citylink Green
Bus
Direction: Towson Town Center
From Charles ST & Penn Station nb
to Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb
(41 stops, 39 min)
11
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Towson
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 Towson
Towson is located in Allentown and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Towson:
- W. Pennsylvania Ave at York Rd (Wb)
- York Rd at E. Pennsylvania Ave (Nb)
- York Rd. at W Pennsylvania Ave.
- York RD & Pennsylvania AVE nb
Alternative Route
426 min
479.0 km
4 transfers
209 - Walbert Ave
TBL 177
C
Acela
Citylink Green
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
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 Baltimore Penn Station
(3 stops, 138 min)
9
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
10
Take
Citylink Green
Bus
Direction: Towson Town Center
From Charles ST & Penn Station nb
to Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb
(41 stops, 33 min)
11
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Towson
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Allentown to Towson.
How do I travel from Allentown to Towson in Allentown?
The quickest journey from Allentown to Towson takes approximately 272 minutes via the 211 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Towson 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 Towson without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 272 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Allentown and Towson?
The 211 line provides bus service between 13th at Tilghman Nb and Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb in Allentown.
What is the journey time from Allentown to Towson by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Allentown to Towson in Allentown takes approximately 272 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Allentown to Towson?
Board the 211 bus at 13th at Tilghman Nb station, located near Allentown in Allentown.
Which station is closest to Towson?
The nearest stop to Towson is Joppa RD & Virginia AVE wb 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.