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

120.3 miles 193.6 km · straight line
150.4 miles estimated 242 km · driving distance
3h 2min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Valley Stream from Wilkes-Barre?

The distance from Valley Stream to Wilkes-Barre is 120.3 miles (193.6 km) as the crow flies. Wilkes-Barre is located WNW of Valley Stream. By car, the driving distance is approximately 150.4 miles, taking about 3h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream 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 Valley Stream to Wilkes-Barre

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 2min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 38min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 53min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Valley Stream & Wilkes-Barre

Quick Facts

Valley Stream
40.66°N, 73.71°W
America/New_York
5m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 207 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients