Middletown, New Jersey to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

107 miles 172.2 km · straight line
133.8 miles estimated 215.3 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
311° NW bearing direction

How far is Middletown, New Jersey from Scranton?

The distance from Middletown, New Jersey to Scranton is 107 miles (172.2 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located NW of Middletown, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133.8 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Middletown, New Jersey in New Jersey 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 Middletown, New Jersey 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 Middletown, New Jersey to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Middletown, New Jersey & Scranton

Quick Facts

Middletown, New Jersey
40.39°N, 74.12°W
America/New_York
36m 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 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 232.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients