Montreal to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Montreal from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Montreal to Wilkes-Barre is 316.2 miles (508.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located SSW of Montreal. By car, the driving distance is approximately 379.4 miles, taking about 7h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Montreal is in Quebec, Canada, while Wilkes-Barre is in Pennsylvania, United States.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Montreal 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.