Baltimore to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

154.7 miles 248.9 km · straight line
200.4 miles actual route 322.5 km · driving distance
4h 7min estimated drive time
$19 - $24 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Scranton?

The distance from Baltimore to Scranton is 154.7 miles (248.9 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located NNE of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 200.4 miles, taking about 4h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland and Scranton in Pennsylvania.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Scranton. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 7min $19 - $24 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 56min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 55min $24–$70* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Scranton

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Scranton
41.41°N, 75.66°W
America/New_York
230m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 161 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM