Scranton to Sparta: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Scranton from Sparta?

The distance from Scranton to Sparta is 59.3 miles (95.5 km) as the crow flies. Sparta is located ESE of Scranton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.2 miles, taking about 1h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Scranton in Pennsylvania and Sparta in New Jersey.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Scranton and Sparta. 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.