Lake Ridge to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

206.9 miles 333 km · straight line
258.7 miles estimated 416.3 km · driving distance
5h 12min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
24° NNE bearing direction

How far is Lake Ridge from Scranton?

The distance from Lake Ridge to Scranton is 206.9 miles (333 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located NNE of Lake Ridge. By car, the driving distance is approximately 258.7 miles, taking about 5h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Lake Ridge in Virginia and Scranton 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Ridge 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.

How to Get from Lake Ridge to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 12min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 14min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 56min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Ridge & Scranton

Quick Facts

Lake Ridge
38.69°N, 77.30°W
America/New_York
85m elevation
Scranton
41.41°N, 75.66°W
America/New_York
230m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 120.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients