How far is Jenks, PA from Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Jenks, PA to Scranton, PA is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.8 miles (27 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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.
City in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Jenks and Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jenks and Scranton.
-
1
Start on McMullian Hill Road
855 ft · 41 sec · McMullian Hill Road
-
2
Turn right onto Jenks Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Jenks Road
-
3
Continue on Jenks Road
78 m · 13 sec · Jenks Road
-
4
Turn right onto Tunkhannock Highway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Tunkhannock Highway
-
5
Continue on Hunter Highway
1.9 mi · 3 min · Hunter Highway
-
6
Continue on Tunkhannock Highway
1363 ft · 50 sec · Tunkhannock Highway
-
7
Turn right onto Grand Army of the Republic Highway
3032 ft · 1 min · Grand Army of the Republic Highway
-
8
Turn right onto Pennsylvania Route 92
2.9 mi · 6 min · Pennsylvania Route 92
-
9
Continue on Roosevelt Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Roosevelt Highway
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Roosevelt Highway
2.2 mi · 4 min · Roosevelt Highway
-
11
Keep slight right to continue on Roosevelt Highway
6.7 mi · 12 min · Roosevelt Highway
-
12
Continue on Airport Drive
661 ft · 13 sec · Airport Drive
-
13
Turn straight onto Winola Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Winola Road
-
14
Turn slight right onto Morgan Highway
4.6 mi · 8 min · Morgan Highway
-
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Keyser Avenue
94 m · 8 sec · North Keyser Avenue
-
16
Take the ramp right toward US 11 South, PA 307 South
1153 ft · 30 sec
-
17
Merge slight left onto North Scranton Expressway
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Scranton Expressway
-
18
Continue on Mulberry Street
884 ft · 36 sec · Mulberry Street
-
19
Turn right onto Penn Avenue
526 ft · 18 sec · Penn Avenue
-
20
Turn left onto Linden Street
135 m · 13 sec · Linden Street
-
21
Turn right onto Wyoming Avenue
131 m · 15 sec · Wyoming Avenue
-
22
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wyoming Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Jenks and Scranton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Roosevelt Highway
Keep slight right to continue on Roosevelt Highway
6.72 mi · 00h 12m
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 Jenks 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 Jenks to Scranton?
The road trip is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Jenks and 12 miles from Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.8 miles (27 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.84 one way or $7.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Jenks and Mostly Sunny near Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Falls
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 Falls.
Scranton, PA
Wilkes-Barre, PA
White Haven, PA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Jenks and Scranton. Straight-line distance: 16.78 mi (27 km).
#1 Jenks
Township in Forest County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 3,384 |
| Coordinates | 41.4767400, -75.9760300 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| 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: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.32 | $8.65 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.