How far is Paupack, PA from Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Paupack, PA to Scranton, PA is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Paupack and Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paupack and Scranton.
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Start on Gumbletown Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Gumbletown Road
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Turn right
2.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the ramp right
1437 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight right
25.7 mi · 30 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
1.4 km · 2 min · President Biden Expressway
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Continue straight
941 ft · 34 sec
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Continue on Biden Street
1364 ft · 35 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 Paupack 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.
Gumbletown Road
Merge slight right
25.7 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Paupack and Partly Sunny then Slight 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 Paupack to Scranton?
The road trip is about 33.4 miles (53.8 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Mount Cobb is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.7 miles from Paupack and 16.8 miles from Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.3 miles (39.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.82 one way or $9.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Paupack and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Scranton.
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 Paupack and Scranton. Straight-line distance: 24.3 mi (39.11 km).
#1 Paupack
Human settlement in United States of America
| Population | 3,727 |
| Coordinates | 41.3962000, -75.1962900 |
| Altitude | 477 |
| 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: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.82 | $9.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.43 | $10.85 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.85 | $11.69 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.06 | $14.11 |
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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