The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 3 buses that leave Philadelphia, PA for Jim Thorpe, PA on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 113 km distance in an average of 13 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 22 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
3:00 PM2h50Philadelphia, PA5:50 PMJim Thorpe, PA$431One-way0 transfers
5:45 PM22h35Philadelphia, PA4:20 PMJim Thorpe, PA$731One-way1 transfer
8:30 PM14h05Philadelphia, PA10:35 AMJim Thorpe, PA$1001One-way1 transfer
3:00 PM2h50Philadelphia, PA5:50 PMJim Thorpe, PA$431One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM14h05Philadelphia, PA10:35 AMJim Thorpe, PA$1001One-way1 transfer
5:45 PM22h35Philadelphia, PA4:20 PMJim Thorpe, PA$731One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a bus costs an average of $38.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about -2h -5m sooner (2h 35m by bus vs 1h 30m by car) and save roughly $-37.82 (€-30.94) compared to fuel and tolls ($54 (€45) vs $17 (€14)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Trailways.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Trailways | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Fullington Trailways | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Martz Bus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 22h35 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Live departures
Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:00 PM Philadelphia, PA | 2h50 | 5:50 PM Jim Thorpe, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:45 PM Philadelphia, PA | 22h35 | 4:20 PM Jim Thorpe, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Philadelphia, PA | 14h05 | 10:35 AM Jim Thorpe, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA
Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:05, the last at 09:05. The fastest bus covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 9:05 AM |
Last bus 9:05 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Martz Bus, Trailways, Peter Pan Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PAYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA with Martz Bus, Trailways, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $38 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Peter Pan Bus
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FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Jim Thorpe, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Peter Pan Bus
- All Peter Pan buses are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate both manual and power wheelchairs, with a maximum combined weight of 650 lbs for the person and chair.
- Peter Pan Bus
- All Peter Pan tickets are non-refundable unless a refundable fare option was specifically purchased.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Each ticketed passenger is allowed one carry-on bag (up to 25 lbs) and one stowed bag (up to 50 lbs) for free.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Additional stowed bags are allowed, limited to three extra items, for a fee of $5.00 each, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per bag.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
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Popular bus stations from Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA
Most Philadelphia, PA to Jim Thorpe, PA buses use the Philadelphia, Schuylkill Ave (Cira Centre South) to Jim Thorpe station pair. Use this guide to compare Philadelphia, PA and Jim Thorpe, PA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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