Scranton to Watertown, New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Scranton from Watertown, New York?

The distance from Scranton to Watertown, New York is 177.7 miles (286 km) as the crow flies. Watertown, New York is located N of Scranton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 222.1 miles, taking about 4h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Scranton in Pennsylvania and Watertown, New York 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. 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 Watertown, New York. 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.