Cape Cod to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.2 miles 447.7 km · straight line
347.7 miles estimated 559.6 km · driving distance
7h 0min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
268° W bearing direction

How far is Cape Cod from Scranton?

The distance from Cape Cod to Scranton is 278.2 miles (447.7 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located W of Cape Cod. By car, the driving distance is approximately 347.7 miles, taking about 7h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Cape Cod in Massachusetts 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cape Cod and Scranton. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cape Cod to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 0min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 24min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 39min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cape Cod & Scranton

Quick Facts

Cape Cod
41.67°N, 70.30°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 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients