How far is Dalton, PA from Delaware Water Gap, PA?
The driving distance from Dalton, PA to Delaware Water Gap, PA is about 57.2 miles (92 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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 18m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dalton and Delaware Water Gap.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dalton and Delaware Water Gap.
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Start on the route
13 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto South Turnpike Road
9 m · 6 sec · South Turnpike Road
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Turn right onto East Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Clinton Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Clinton Street
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Turn right onto Abington Road
3.4 mi · 7 min · Abington Road
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Turn left onto Northern Boulevard
93 m · 7 sec · Northern Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right toward I 81, US 6 East, PATP South, I 476 South: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
2218 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81, US 6 East: Binghamton, Wilkes-Barre
692 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 81 South, US 6 East: Wilkes-Barre
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South, US 6 East: Carbondale, Mt Pocono
1.2 km · 1 min
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Continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mount Pocono, Milford
3.7 mi · 5 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
13 mi · 18 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 611: Park Avenue
1052 ft · 26 sec
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Turn right onto Park Avenue
1604 ft · 40 sec · Park Avenue
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Continue on Foxtown Hill Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Foxtown Hill Road
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Mountain Road
717 ft · 25 sec · Mountain Road
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Turn slight left onto Lake Road
542 ft · 41 sec · Lake Road
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Turn right
126 m · 30 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dalton and Delaware Water Gap.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Dalton and Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Delaware Water Gap.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dalton to Delaware Water Gap?
The road trip is about 57.2 miles (92 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Tobyhanna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.6 miles from Dalton and 28.6 miles from Delaware Water Gap.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 49.2 miles (79.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8 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 3:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.25 one way or $16.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Dalton and Rain then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Delaware Water Gap.
Stop Ideas Near Tobyhanna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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New Brunswick station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dalton and Delaware Water Gap. Straight-line distance: 49.19 mi (79.16 km).
#1 Dalton
Borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 1,190 |
| Coordinates | 41.5342400, -75.7360300 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Delaware Water Gap
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 754 |
| Coordinates | 40.9792600, -75.1429600 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
End: Delaware Water Gap (-75.14296, 40.97926)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 92 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $8.25 | $16.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $9.29 | $18.58 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $12.08 | $24.16 |
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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