Cumberland to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

202.9 miles 326.6 km · straight line
253.7 miles estimated 408.3 km · driving distance
5h 6min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Cumberland from Scranton?

The distance from Cumberland to Scranton is 202.9 miles (326.6 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located NE of Cumberland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 253.7 miles, taking about 5h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Cumberland 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cumberland 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 Cumberland to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 6min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 7min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 51min $30–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cumberland & Scranton

Quick Facts

Cumberland
39.65°N, 78.76°W
America/New_York
191m 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 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients