Niagara Falls, New York to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

208.2 miles 335 km · straight line
260.2 miles estimated 418.8 km · driving distance
5h 14min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
123° ESE bearing direction

How far is Niagara Falls, New York from Scranton?

The distance from Niagara Falls, New York to Scranton is 208.2 miles (335 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located ESE of Niagara Falls, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.2 miles, taking about 5h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Niagara Falls, 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. 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 Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls, New York to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 14min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 17min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 58min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Niagara Falls, New York & Scranton

Quick Facts

Niagara Falls, New York
43.10°N, 79.04°W
America/New_York
99m 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 69 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 119.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients