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

108.1 miles 174 km · straight line
135.1 miles estimated 217.5 km · driving distance
2h 43min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
245° WSW bearing direction

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

The distance from Kingston, New York to Wilkes-Barre is 108.1 miles (174 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located WSW of Kingston, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 135.1 miles, taking about 2h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Kingston, 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 Kingston, 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 Kingston, New York to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 43min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 16min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 35min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kingston, New York & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Kingston, New York
41.93°N, 74.00°W
America/New_York
60m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 230.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients