How far is Duncannon, PA from City of Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Duncannon, PA to City of Scranton, PA is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.3 miles (159.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 27m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
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Halfway Point
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Borough in northern Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Duncannon and City of Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Duncannon and City of Scranton.
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Start on North Market Street
2173 ft · 1 min · North Market Street
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Continue on Newport Road
2112 ft · 51 sec · Newport Road
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Merge slight left
1148 ft · 22 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 147 North: Halifax
1265 ft · 40 sec
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Continue straight
6 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto Peters Mountain Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Peters Mountain Road
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Continue on South 4th Street
1613 ft · 30 sec · South 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Armstrong Street
620 ft · 11 sec · Armstrong Street
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Continue on Armstrong Terrace
123 m · 7 sec · Armstrong Terrace
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Continue on Armstrong Valley Road
8.8 mi · 13 min · Armstrong Valley Road
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Turn right onto East Main Street
21 mi · 32 min · East Main Street
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Take the ramp left
2321 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
76.6 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 307
835 ft · 22 sec
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Turn left onto River Street
1.5 km · 2 min · River Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
953 ft · 19 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cedar Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Duncannon and City of Scranton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
East Main Street
Merge slight left
76.6 mi · 01h 30m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Duncannon to City of Scranton?
The road trip is about 118.6 miles (190.8 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Gilberton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.5 miles from Duncannon and 60 miles from City of Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.3 miles (159.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 2:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.08 one way or $34.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Duncannon and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near City of Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Gilberton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Duncannon and City of Scranton. Straight-line distance: 99.31 mi (159.83 km).
#1 Duncannon
Borough in southeastern Perry County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,481 |
| Coordinates | 40.3981400, -77.0230300 |
| Altitude | 107 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Scranton
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 76,089 |
| Coordinates | 41.4043700, -75.6649100 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedar Avenue (-75.663942, 41.404264)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $17.08 | $34.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $19.22 | $38.45 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $20.71 | $41.42 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $25.00 | $49.99 |
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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