Freeport, New York to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

126.6 miles 203.8 km · straight line
158.3 miles estimated 254.8 km · driving distance
3h 11min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Freeport, New York from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Freeport, New York to Wilkes-Barre is 126.6 miles (203.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located WNW of Freeport, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158.3 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Freeport, New York in New York and Wilkes-Barre 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. 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 Freeport, New York and Wilkes-Barre. 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 Freeport, New York to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 11min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 49min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Freeport, New York & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Freeport, New York
40.66°N, 73.58°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
Wilkes-Barre
41.25°N, 75.88°W
America/New_York
163m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 196.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients