How far is City of Scranton, PA from Durham, PA?
The driving distance from City of Scranton, PA to Durham, PA is about 75 miles (120.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Scranton and Durham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton and Durham.
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Start on Cedar Avenue
553 ft · 18 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto President Biden Expressway
1 km · 53 sec · President Biden Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Binghamton
2408 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I-84 east, US 6 east
2101 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left
1448 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
2050 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
23.6 mi · 26 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 80 East: Stroudsburg
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Keystone Shortway
8.5 mi · 12 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 33 South: Snydersville
2485 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
21.5 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 248: Wilson
2091 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto Nazareth Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Nazareth Road
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Continue on 25th Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · 25th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Main Street
1388 ft · 28 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Berger Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Berger Road
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Turn left onto Diehl Road
2868 ft · 2 min · Diehl Road
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Turn right onto Morgan Hill Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Morgan Hill Road
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Turn straight onto Raubsville Road
2681 ft · 58 sec · Raubsville Road
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Turn left onto Durham Road
2044 ft · 1 min · Durham Road
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Continue on Durham Road
2.5 mi · 8 min · Durham Road
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Turn sharp left onto Old Furnace Road
16 m · 2 sec · Old Furnace Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Old Furnace Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Scranton and Durham.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 380 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 380 South: Mount Pocono
23.6 mi · 00h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving City of Scranton and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Durham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Scranton to Durham?
The road trip is about 75 miles (120.7 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mount Pocono is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.5 miles from City of Scranton and 37.5 miles from Durham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.83 one way or $21.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around City of Scranton and Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Durham.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Pocono
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mount Pocono.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Scranton and Durham. Straight-line distance: 61.72 mi (99.33 km).
#1 City of Scranton
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 76,089 |
| Coordinates | 41.4043700, -75.6649100 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Durham
City in United States of America
| Population | 1,134 |
| Coordinates | 40.5756600, -75.2232300 |
| Altitude | 70 |
| Country | United States |
End: Durham (-75.22323, 40.57566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $10.83 | $21.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $12.19 | $24.37 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $13.13 | $26.26 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $15.85 | $31.69 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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