How far is Matamoras, PA from City of Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Matamoras, PA to City of Scranton, PA is about 58 miles (93.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.1 miles (80.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m 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 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Matamoras and City of Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Matamoras and City of Scranton.
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Start on 3rd Street
15 m · 9 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Turn left onto I 84 West: Scranton
1277 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
52.8 mi · 1 hr 2 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 81 South: Wilkes-Barre
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
1.5 mi · 2 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward President Biden Expressway
1159 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on President Biden Expressway
1.1 km · 1 min · President Biden Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Cedar Avenue
2174 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
553 ft · 9 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 Matamoras and City of 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.
I 84 West
Merge slight left
52.8 mi · 01h 02m
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 Matamoras and Mostly Sunny near City of Scranton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Matamoras to City of Scranton?
The road trip is about 58 miles (93.3 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Paupack is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29 miles from Matamoras and 29 miles from City of Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.1 miles (80.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.11 one way or $18.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Matamoras and Mostly Sunny near City of Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Paupack
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 Paupack.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Matamoras and City of Scranton. Straight-line distance: 50.07 mi (80.58 km).
#1 Matamoras
Situated in the northeastern corner of Pennsylvania, this Pike County borough lies along the western bank of the Delaware River.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.3687000, -74.7001600 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| 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: 93 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 43m |
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 | $9.11 | $18.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $10.05 | $20.09 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $13.36 | $26.72 |
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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