Pittsburgh to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.7 miles 379.4 km · straight line
294.7 miles estimated 474.3 km · driving distance
5h 56min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Pittsburgh from Scranton?

The distance from Pittsburgh to Scranton is 235.7 miles (379.4 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located ENE of Pittsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 294.7 miles, taking about 5h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States.

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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 56min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 7min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 38min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburgh & Scranton

Quick Facts

Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients