Princeton, New Jersey to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

90.2 miles 145.1 km · straight line
112.7 miles estimated 181.4 km · driving distance
2h 16min estimated drive time
$11 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Princeton, New Jersey from Scranton?

The distance from Princeton, New Jersey to Scranton is 90.2 miles (145.1 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located NW of Princeton, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 112.7 miles, taking about 2h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Princeton, New Jersey in New Jersey and Scranton in Pennsylvania.

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 Princeton, New Jersey 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 Princeton, New Jersey to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 16min $11 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 43min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 9min $14–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Princeton, New Jersey & Scranton

Quick Facts

Princeton, New Jersey
40.35°N, 74.66°W
America/New_York
62m 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 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 276.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients