Morgantown to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

256.7 miles 413.1 km · straight line
320.9 miles estimated 516.4 km · driving distance
6h 27min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
60° ENE bearing direction

How far is Morgantown from Scranton?

The distance from Morgantown to Scranton is 256.7 miles (413.1 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located ENE of Morgantown. By car, the driving distance is approximately 320.9 miles, taking about 6h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Morgantown in West 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 Morgantown 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 Morgantown to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 27min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 44min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 8min $39–$112* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Morgantown & Scranton

Quick Facts

Morgantown
39.63°N, 79.96°W
America/New_York
271m 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 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients