Jim Thorpe travel guide

Jim Thorpe Tourism | Jim Thorpe Guide

You're Going to Love Jim Thorpe

With a population of 4,781, Jim Thorpe is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Jim Thorpe to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Jim Thorpe

If you’re looking for affordable options, Broadway Grille & Pub (24 Broadway) and Encore (66 Broadway) are great picks.

When to visit Jim Thorpe

Jim Thorpe in October
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel
Jim Thorpe in October
Estimated hotel price
$138
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Jim Thorpe

Plane

Although Jim Thorpe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 22 miles from Jim Thorpe. The shortest domestic flight to Jim Thorpe departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Jim Thorpe.

Car

Another option to get to Jim Thorpe is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 92 miles from Jim Thorpe. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jim Thorpe, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Jim Thorpe takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Plane

Although Jim Thorpe doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 22 miles from Jim Thorpe. The shortest domestic flight to Jim Thorpe departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Jim Thorpe.

Car

Another option to get to Jim Thorpe is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 92 miles from Jim Thorpe. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Jim Thorpe, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Jim Thorpe takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Jim Thorpe

Airlines serving Jim Thorpe

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jim Thorpe

Average rates range from around $306 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $191 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Jim Thorpe

Most booked hotels in Jim Thorpe

Hampton Inn Lehighton - Jim Thorpe
2 stars
Excellent (9, 492 reviews)
$154+
Inn at Jim Thorpe
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 320 reviews)
$146+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Lehighton,PA
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 787 reviews)
$132+
Macaluso's at The Lantern Lodge
2 stars
Good (7.5, 1129 reviews)
$109+
Mahoning Inn
2 stars
Good (7.2, 250 reviews)
$90+
Mountain View Suites
2 stars
Good (7.1, 273 reviews)
$147+

Renting a car in Jim Thorpe

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Jim Thorpe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Jim Thorpe (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99.