Philadelphia to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.9 miles 156 km · straight line
112.6 miles actual route 181.2 km · driving distance
2h 15min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Philadelphia from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Philadelphia to Wilkes-Barre is 96.9 miles (156 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located NNW of Philadelphia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 112.6 miles, taking about 2h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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 Philadelphia and Wilkes-Barre. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Philadelphia to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 15min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 42min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 8min $14–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Philadelphia & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Philadelphia
39.95°N, 75.17°W
America/New_York
12m 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 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 256.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM