Eldersburg to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

154.2 miles 248.1 km · straight line
192.7 miles estimated 310.1 km · driving distance
3h 53min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
26° NNE bearing direction

How far is Eldersburg from Scranton?

The distance from Eldersburg to Scranton is 154.2 miles (248.1 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located NNE of Eldersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 192.7 miles, taking about 3h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Eldersburg 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 Eldersburg 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 Eldersburg to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 53min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 40min $15–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 41min $23–$67* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Eldersburg & Scranton

Quick Facts

Eldersburg
39.40°N, 76.95°W
America/New_York
196m 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 51 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 161.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients