Plattsburgh to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

268.3 miles 431.8 km · straight line
335.4 miles estimated 539.8 km · driving distance
6h 45min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Plattsburgh from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Plattsburgh to Wilkes-Barre is 268.3 miles (431.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located SSW of Plattsburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 335.4 miles, taking about 6h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Plattsburgh 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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Plattsburgh 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 Plattsburgh to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 45min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 6min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 25min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Plattsburgh & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Plattsburgh
44.70°N, 73.45°W
America/New_York
42m 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 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients