Oswego, New York to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

156 miles 251.1 km · straight line
195 miles estimated 313.9 km · driving distance
3h 55min estimated drive time
$19 - $23 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
168° SSE bearing direction

How far is Oswego, New York from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Oswego, New York to Wilkes-Barre is 156 miles (251.1 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located SSE of Oswego, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195 miles, taking about 3h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Oswego, New York in New York and Wilkes-Barre 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. 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 Oswego, New York 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.

How to Get from Oswego, New York to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 55min $19 - $23 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 42min $16–$29* Budget
Train ~3h 43min $23–$68* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oswego, New York & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Oswego, New York
43.46°N, 76.51°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
Wilkes-Barre
41.25°N, 75.88°W
America/New_York
163m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 159.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients