How far is City of Scranton, PA from Nicholson, PA?
The driving distance from City of Scranton, PA to Nicholson, PA is about 21.1 miles (34 km), with a travel time of about 00h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between City of Scranton and Nicholson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Scranton and Nicholson.
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Start on Cedar Avenue
638 ft · 13 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Continue on Adams Avenue
1692 ft · 40 sec · Adams Avenue
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Turn left onto Mulberry Street
2266 ft · 1 min · Mulberry Street
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Continue on North Scranton Expressway
3.1 mi · 5 min · North Scranton Expressway
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Continue on Northern Boulevard
2.4 mi · 5 min · Northern Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
90 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto South Abington Road
3.4 mi · 7 min · South Abington Road
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Turn left onto Clinton Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Clinton Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Mill Street
38 m · 4 sec · Mill Street
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Take the ramp slight left
105 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lackawanna Trail
4.4 mi · 7 min · Lackawanna Trail
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Turn straight
5 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto Walnut Street
122 m · 19 sec · Walnut Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
75 m · 12 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Oak Street
14 m · 2 sec · Oak Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oak Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between City of Scranton and Nicholson.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn straight
4.97 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Light Rain leaving City of Scranton and Rain Showers Likely near Nicholson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from City of Scranton to Nicholson?
The road trip is about 21.1 miles (34 km) and usually takes 00h 38m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Glenburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.6 miles from City of Scranton and 10.6 miles from Nicholson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.26 one way or $6.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around City of Scranton and Rain Showers Likely near Nicholson.
Stop Ideas Near Glenburn
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between City of Scranton and Nicholson. Straight-line distance: 16.45 mi (26.48 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 Nicholson
Borough in Pennsylvania
| Population | 705 |
| Coordinates | 41.6261900, -75.7804700 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Nicholson (-75.78047, 41.62619)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
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 | $4.40 | $3.26 | $6.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.82 | $3.57 | $7.14 |
| Premium | $5.27 | $3.90 | $7.81 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $4.87 | $9.74 |
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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