Dayton to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dayton from Scranton?

The distance from Dayton to Scranton is 461.5 miles (742.7 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located ENE of Dayton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 553.8 miles, taking about 11h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Dayton in Ohio and Scranton in Pennsylvania.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Dayton 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.