What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois to Scranton?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Scranton is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 11h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois to Scranton?

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Scranton is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $95 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois station to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Scranton, PA via Harrisburg, PA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 10m.

How far is it from Illinois to Scranton?

The distance between Illinois and Scranton is 660 miles. The road distance is 705.7 miles.

How do I travel from Illinois to Scranton without a car?

The best way to get from Illinois to Scranton without a car is to train and bus which takes 16h 38m and costs $110 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Illinois to Scranton?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Illinois to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Scranton bus from?

Illinois to Scranton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Illinois to Scranton?

The best way to get from Illinois to Scranton is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $95 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 20h 10m.

Where does the Illinois to Scranton bus arrive?

Illinois to Scranton bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Illinois and Scranton?

Scranton is 1h ahead of Illinois. It is currently 10:07 AM in Illinois and 11:07 AM in Scranton.

Can I drive from Illinois to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Scranton is 706 miles. It takes approximately 11h 23m to drive from Illinois to Scranton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Illinois to Scranton?

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Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 70+ hotels available in Scranton.

Illinois to Scranton - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Illinois to Scranton by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus), 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
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)ORD - AVP
3h 50m
$98–375
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Syracuse Regional Transportation CenterLake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Scranton Bus StationGreyhound US0215
16h 38m
$116–286
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus StationFlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg, PA to Scranton, PAOurBus
20h 10m
$113–240
Drive 701.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Scranton701.6 mi
11h 23m
$128–185
Bus via Baltimore
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Baltimore Downtown Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Harrisburg, PA to Scranton, PA
24h 40m
$123–365

Illinois to Scranton by train and bus

7Weekly Services

16h 38mAverage Duration

$116Cheapest Price

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Distance: 655.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Scranton, PA via Harrisburg Bus Station and Harrisburg, PA in around 20h 10m.

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