Long Beach, New York to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119.1 miles 191.6 km · straight line
148.8 miles estimated 239.5 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Long Beach, New York from Scranton?

The distance from Long Beach, New York to Scranton is 119.1 miles (191.6 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located WNW of Long Beach, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 148.8 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Long Beach, New York in New York 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. 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 Long Beach, New York 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 Long Beach, New York to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 36min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $18–$52* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Beach, New York & Scranton

Quick Facts

Long Beach, New York
40.59°N, 73.66°W
America/New_York
2m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 209.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients