Spring Valley to Wilkes-Barre: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96 miles 154.5 km · straight line
120 miles estimated 193.1 km · driving distance
2h 25min estimated drive time
$12 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
276° W bearing direction

How far is Spring Valley from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Spring Valley to Wilkes-Barre is 96 miles (154.5 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located W of Spring Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 120 miles, taking about 2h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Spring Valley in New York and Wilkes-Barre in Pennsylvania.

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 Spring Valley and Wilkes-Barre. 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 Spring Valley to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 25min $12 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 54min $10–$18* Budget
Train ~2h 18min $14–$42* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Spring Valley & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Spring Valley
41.11°N, 74.04°W
America/New_York
135m elevation
Wilkes-Barre
41.25°N, 75.88°W
America/New_York
163m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 259.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients