Pittsburgh to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222.1 miles 357.5 km · straight line
277.7 miles estimated 446.9 km · driving distance
5h 35min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
74° ENE bearing direction

How far is Pittsburgh from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Pittsburgh to Wilkes-Barre is 222.1 miles (357.5 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located ENE of Pittsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 277.7 miles, taking about 5h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. 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 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 Pittsburgh to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 35min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 42min $22–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 18min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Pittsburgh & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients