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

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

The distance from Jamestown, New York to Wilkes-Barre is 182.8 miles (294.2 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located ESE of Jamestown, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 228.5 miles, taking about 4h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Jamestown, 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. 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 Jamestown, 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.