How far is Hummels Wharf, PA from Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Hummels Wharf, PA to Scranton, PA is about 89.4 miles (143.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.8 miles (117.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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 36m.
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.
Borough in southwestern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hummels Wharf and Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hummels Wharf and Scranton.
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Start on North Old Trail
867 ft · 29 sec · North Old Trail
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Turn left onto East Park Road
590 ft · 21 sec · East Park Road
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Turn right onto North Susquehanna Trail
1.9 mi · 4 min · North Susquehanna Trail
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Turn right onto Susquehanna Trail
1.8 mi · 3 min · Susquehanna Trail
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Continue on Water Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · Water Street
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Continue on Point Township Drive
8.1 mi · 11 min · Point Township Drive
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Continue on Northumberland Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · Northumberland Street
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Turn left onto Continental Boulevard
2.6 mi · 3 min · Continental Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
1405 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
35.5 mi · 39 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 81 North: Wilkes-Barre
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
32.4 mi · 40 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 Hummels Wharf and Scranton.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Keystone Shortway
Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
35.5 mi · 00h 39m
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 Sunny leaving Hummels Wharf and Mostly Sunny near Scranton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hummels Wharf to Scranton?
The road trip is about 89.4 miles (143.8 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Nescopeck is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.5 miles from Hummels Wharf and 44.9 miles from Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.8 miles (117.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.06 one way or $28.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hummels Wharf and Mostly Sunny near Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Nescopeck
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 Nescopeck.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
White Haven, PA
Scranton, PA
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hummels Wharf and Scranton. Straight-line distance: 72.84 mi (117.23 km).
#1 Hummels Wharf
Nestled along the western bank of the Susquehanna River, this community forms part of Snyder County in central Pennsylvania.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.8317500, -76.8358000 |
| Altitude | 139 |
| 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: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $14.06 | $28.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $15.51 | $31.03 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $20.63 | $41.27 |
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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