Scranton to West Albany: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Scranton from West Albany?

The distance from Scranton to West Albany is 130.8 miles (210.5 km) as the crow flies. West Albany is located NE of Scranton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 163.5 miles, taking about 3h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Scranton in Pennsylvania and West Albany 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 West Albany. 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.