Elmira to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Elmira from Scranton?

The distance from Elmira to Scranton is 75.4 miles (121.3 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located SE of Elmira. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94.2 miles, taking about 1h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Elmira in New York and Scranton in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Elmira 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.