Hershey to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hershey from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Hershey to Wilkes-Barre is 77.6 miles (124.9 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located NNE of Hershey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 97 miles, taking about 1h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

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 Hershey 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.