How far is Gilbertsville, PA from Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Gilbertsville, PA to Scranton, PA is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m 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 44m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gilbertsville and Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbertsville and Scranton.
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Start on East Philadelphia Avenue
1952 ft · 45 sec · East Philadelphia Avenue
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Turn left onto Gilbertsville Road
42 m · 4 sec · Gilbertsville Road
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Turn straight onto East Philadelphia Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · East Philadelphia Avenue
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Continue on Big Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Big Road
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Turn left onto Layfield Road
6 mi · 10 min · Layfield Road
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Continue on Pottstown Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Pottstown Avenue
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Continue on Quakertown Avenue
1078 ft · 26 sec · Quakertown Avenue
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Continue on John Fries Highway
4.8 mi · 7 min · John Fries Highway
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Continue on John Fries Highway
56 m · 9 sec · John Fries Highway
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Take the ramp slight right toward PATP
1962 ft · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 476 North: Allentown
1529 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
70.2 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 315, I 81: Pittston, Scranton
1.2 km · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on PA 315 North: Scranton
844 ft · 21 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chestnut Street
159 m · 9 sec · Chestnut Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 81 North: Scranton
1395 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
8.2 mi · 9 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
1591 ft · 31 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Continue on Adams Avenue
566 ft · 17 sec · Adams Avenue
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Turn left onto Biden Street
972 ft · 25 sec · Biden Street
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Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
41 m · 5 sec · Wyoming Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wyoming Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gilbertsville and Scranton.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension
70.2 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Gilbertsville and Chance Rain Showers near Scranton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gilbertsville to Scranton?
The road trip is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Parryville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.2 miles from Gilbertsville and 48.7 miles from Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 3:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.97 one way or $27.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Gilbertsville and Chance Rain Showers near Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Parryville
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 Parryville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gilbertsville and Scranton. Straight-line distance: 75.3 mi (121.19 km).
#1 Gilbertsville
City in Otsego County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 4,832 |
| Coordinates | 40.3201000, -75.6101800 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wyoming Avenue (-75.664767, 41.409077)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $13.97 | $27.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $15.73 | $31.46 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $16.94 | $33.89 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $20.45 | $40.90 |
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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