Bus Chicago to Allentown, PA: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Allentown, PA from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$98

tomorrow

$108

Saturday

$89

Sunday

$97

Monday

Tuesday

$87

Wednesday

$76

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	23h 50m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	11:05 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$98	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 50m
Greyhound US	26h 5m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m
Greyhound US	26h 25m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$106	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 25m
FlixBus	23h 55m	11:05 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	12:00 PM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$116	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 11:05:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 55m
FlixBus	22h 35m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:00 PM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$116	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/3/2026 12:25:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/4/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $116 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	18h 45m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$108	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/4/2026 6:30:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $108 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Greyhound US	26h 25m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$120	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/4/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 25m
Greyhound US	26h 5m	11:10 PM	Chicago	Union Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$120	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/4/2026 11:10:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $120 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m
FlixBus	17h 40m	7:15 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:55 PM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$131	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/4/2026 7:15:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $131 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 40m
FlixBus	22h 35m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:00 PM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/4/2026 12:25:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/5/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	18h 45m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$89	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/5/2026 6:30:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $89 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
FlixBus	19h 50m	5:25 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$91	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/5/2026 5:25:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
Greyhound US	23h 50m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	11:05 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 9/5/2026 10:15:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 50m
Greyhound US	26h 25m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$101	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/5/2026 10:50:00 PM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $101 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 25m
FlixBus	27h 5m	7:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:05 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$104	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/5/2026 7:00:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/6/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	18h 45m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$97	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/6/2026 6:30:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
FlixBus	17h 15m	7:40 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	1:55 PM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$103	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/6/2026 7:40:00 PM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $103 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 15m
FlixBus	20h 0m	5:15 AM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/6/2026 5:15:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 0m
FlixBus	22h 35m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	12:00 PM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$106	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/6/2026 12:25:00 PM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $106 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 35m
Greyhound US	23h 50m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	11:05 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$107	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 9/6/2026 10:15:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/7/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	18h 45m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	2:15 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$87	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/8/2026 6:30:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 2:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
FlixBus	23h 35m	12:25 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:00 PM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/8/2026 12:25:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 35m
Greyhound US	25h 45m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Union Station	1:00 PM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$104	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/8/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/9/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $104 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 45m
Greyhound US	26h 5m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:55 AM	Allentown, PA	Bus Terminal	Economy	$111	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/8/2026 10:50:00 PM to Bus Terminal, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	18h 25m	6:30 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:55 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$76	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/9/2026 6:30:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 25m
Greyhound US	23h 50m	10:15 AM	Chicago	Canal & Van Buren	11:05 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$86	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal & Van Buren, Chicago (USA) at 9/9/2026 10:15:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $86 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 50m
Greyhound US	26h 5m	10:50 PM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	1:55 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$92	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/9/2026 10:50:00 PM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/11/2026 1:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $92 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m
FlixBus	27h 5m	7:00 AM	Chicago	Downtown Bus Station	11:05 AM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$94	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/9/2026 7:00:00 AM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 11:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $94 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 5m
FlixBus	17h 15m	7:40 PM	Chicago	95th Red Line Station	1:55 PM	Allentown, PA	Transportation Center	Economy	$97	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) at 9/9/2026 7:40:00 PM to Transportation Center, Allentown, PA (USA) arriving at 9/10/2026 1:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $97 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 15m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA is $71 on 9/22/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Allentown, PA

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Allentown, PA are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily buses from Chicago to Allentown, PA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Chicago and Allentown, PA.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 36 buses from Chicago to Allentown, PA, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Allentown, PA, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 13 times every day by bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Allentown, PA starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus	$71
Fastest Bus	18h 15m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	13 Ø
Distance	636.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Allentown, PA

Every day, 13 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Allentown, PA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/03/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 08/30

Monday 08/31

Tuesday 09/01

Wednesday 09/02

Thursday 09/03

$95

Friday 09/04

$108

Saturday 09/05

$107

Sunday 09/06

$97

Monday 09/07

Tuesday 09/08

$87

Wednesday 09/09

$80

Thursday 09/10

$93

Friday 09/11

$87

Saturday 09/12

$96

Sunday 09/13

$87

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

$76

Wednesday 09/16

$80

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$82

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

$87

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

$71

Wednesday 09/23

$86

Thursday 09/24

Friday 09/25

Saturday 09/26

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Allentown, PA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Allentown, PA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $71, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $93.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Allentown, PA, with $71. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $97.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Allentown, PA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Allentown, PA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Allentown, PA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Allentown, PA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Allentown, PA.

95th Red Line Station

W. 95th St 14

Downtown Bus Station

West Harrison Street 630-670

Union Station

S Canal St 225

Cumberland CTA

N Cumberland Ave 5800

Canal & Van Buren

S Canal St 310-320

Transportation Center

N 6th St 112

Bus Terminal

Hamilton St 325

McDonald's

Hamilton Blvd 3860

Service Plaza South

Off Route 476 Bus parking zone at Allentown Service Plaza (south side)

Service Plaza North

Off Route 476 Bus parking zone at Allentown Service Plaza (north side)

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Allentown, PA? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Allentown, PA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Allentown, PA bus

How much does a Chicago Allentown, PA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 19h 25m to reach Allentown, PA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Allentown, PA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $192. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Allentown, PA.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Allentown, PA each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Allentown, PA bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Allentown, PA take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA is offered by FlixBus and takes 18h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $128. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA?

The earliest bus arriving in Allentown, PA from Chicago starts at 10:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Allentown, PA starts at 11:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Allentown, PA route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Allentown, PA?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Allentown, PA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Allentown, PA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Allentown, PA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Allentown, PA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Allentown, PA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Chicago to Allentown, PA?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Allentown, PA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Chicago and to Allentown, PA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chicago and to Allentown, PA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!