Scranton to State College: Road Trip Guide & Distance

122 miles 196.3 km · straight line
152.5 miles estimated 245.4 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Scranton from State College?

The distance from Scranton to State College is 122 miles (196.3 km) as the crow flies. State College is located WSW of Scranton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 152.5 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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 Scranton and State College. 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 Scranton to State College

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 41min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Scranton & State College

Quick Facts

Scranton
41.41°N, 75.66°W
America/New_York
230m elevation
State College
40.79°N, 77.86°W
America/New_York
355m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 204.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients