Queensbury to Scranton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

171.6 miles 276.2 km · straight line
214.6 miles estimated 345.3 km · driving distance
4h 19min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Queensbury from Scranton?

The distance from Queensbury to Scranton is 171.6 miles (276.2 km) as the crow flies. Scranton is located SW of Queensbury. By car, the driving distance is approximately 214.6 miles, taking about 4h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Queensbury in New York and Scranton 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. 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 Queensbury 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 Queensbury to Scranton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 19min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 11min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 6min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Queensbury & Scranton

Quick Facts

Queensbury
43.38°N, 73.61°W
America/New_York
96m 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 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients