What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe is to bus which costs $120 - $210 and takes 19h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 34m and costs $240 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Jim Thorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Jim Thorpe. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Jim Thorpe via Allentown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from Chicago to Jim Thorpe?

The distance between Chicago and Jim Thorpe is 692 miles. The road distance is 691.8 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Jim Thorpe without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe without a car is to bus which takes 19h 30m and costs $120 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Jim Thorpe bus from?

Chicago to Jim Thorpe bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Jim Thorpe bus arrive?

Chicago to Jim Thorpe bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Allentown station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Jim Thorpe?

Jim Thorpe is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 2:29 PM in Chicago and 3:29 PM in Jim Thorpe.

Can I drive from Chicago to Jim Thorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Jim Thorpe is 692 miles. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Chicago to Jim Thorpe.

Where can I stay near Jim Thorpe?

There are 293+ hotels available in Jim Thorpe.

Chicago to Jim Thorpe - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Jim Thorpe by plane, taxi, bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)plane ORD - AVP
2. Take the taxi from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Jim Thorpetaxi
4h 34m
$248–595
Fly to Lehigh Valley International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)plane ORD - ABE
2. Take the bus from Allentown to Jim Thorpebus
6h 48m
$82–363
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Allentownbus FlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from Allentown to Jim Thorpebus Fab21
19h 30m
$125–204
Train, bus via Washington
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtraktrain
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Allentown Transportation Centerbus
4. Take the bus from Allentown to Jim Thorpebus
23h 29m
$255–538
Drive 687.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Jim Thorpecar 687.8 mi
11h 23m
$126–182
Bus via Toledo
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Toledo Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Allentownbus
3. Take the bus from Allentown to Jim Thorpebus
21h 5m
$132–258
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Jim Thorpebus 11
30h 53m
$281–667

Chicago to Jim Thorpe by bus

7Weekly Buses

19h 30mAverage Duration

$125Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 688.1 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Jim Thorpe, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Jim Thorpe via Allentown in around 19h 30m.

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