Providence to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.5 miles 377.4 km · straight line
293.2 miles estimated 471.8 km · driving distance
5h 54min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
262° W bearing direction

How far is Providence from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Providence to Wilkes-Barre is 234.5 miles (377.4 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located W of Providence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 293.2 miles, taking about 5h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Providence in Rhode Island 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 Providence 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 Providence to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 54min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 5min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 36min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Providence & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Providence
41.82°N, 71.41°W
America/New_York
23m 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 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients