Newark, New Jersey to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Wilkes-Barre is 95.8 miles (154.2 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located WNW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 119.8 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey and Wilkes-Barre in Pennsylvania.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Newark, New Jersey 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.