How far is Germantown, PA from Dalton, PA?
The driving distance from Germantown, PA to Dalton, PA is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Germantown and Dalton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Germantown and Dalton.
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Start on Grand Army of the Republic Highway
3.6 mi · 5 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
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Turn left
4.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the ramp right
1544 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight right
30.2 mi · 36 min
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Merge slight right
6 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 6 West, US 11, PATP South, I 476 South: Clarks Summit
1396 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 6 West, US 11: Clarks Summit
1689 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 6 West, US 11 North: Clarks Summit
836 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Northern Boulevard
71 m · 6 sec · 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
1.4 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Turnpike Road
9 m · 1 sec · South Turnpike Road
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Turn right
13 m · 3 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 Germantown and Dalton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Merge slight right
30.2 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Germantown and Mostly Sunny near Dalton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Germantown to Dalton?
The road trip is about 50.5 miles (81.3 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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 Cobb is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.2 miles from Germantown and 25.4 miles from Dalton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.3 miles (56.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.2 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 4:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.95 one way or $15.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Germantown and Mostly Sunny near Dalton.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Cobb
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 Cobb.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Germantown and Dalton. Straight-line distance: 35.28 mi (56.77 km).
#1 Germantown
Situated in the northeastern part of Pennsylvania, within Pike County, this populated place sits at an elevation of approximately 1,319 feet above sea level.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.4192600, -75.0721200 |
| Altitude | 402 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dalton
Borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, USA
| Population | 1,190 |
| Coordinates | 41.5342400, -75.7360300 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dalton (-75.73603, 41.53424)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 81 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $4.46 | $7.95 | $15.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $9.44 | $18.89 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $11.66 | $23.32 |
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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