Scranton to Valley Stream: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.2 miles 183.8 km · straight line
142.8 miles estimated 229.8 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
116° ESE bearing direction

How far is Scranton from Valley Stream?

The distance from Scranton to Valley Stream is 114.2 miles (183.8 km) as the crow flies. Valley Stream is located ESE of Scranton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.8 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Scranton in Pennsylvania and Valley Stream in New York.

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. 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 Valley Stream. 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 Valley Stream

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Scranton & Valley Stream

Quick Facts

Scranton
41.41°N, 75.66°W
America/New_York
230m elevation
Valley Stream
40.66°N, 73.71°W
America/New_York
5m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients