How far is Saylorsburg, PA from City of Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from Saylorsburg, PA to City of Scranton, PA is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m 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 49m.
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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Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saylorsburg and City of Scranton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saylorsburg and City of Scranton.
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Start on the route
10 m · 1 sec
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Continue on Old Route 115
2685 ft · 54 sec · Old Route 115
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Turn sharp left onto Cherry Valley Road
1758 ft · 49 sec · Cherry Valley Road
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Take the ramp left
886 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on PA 33 North: Bartonsville, Hazleton
3.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 80 West: Hazleton
2157 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left onto Keystone Shortway
8.6 mi · 11 min · Keystone Shortway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 380 North: Scranton
1.1 km · 46 sec
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Continue straight
18.5 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 307: Daleville, Moscow
1648 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto Scranton-Pocono Highway
1.3 km · 1 min · Scranton-Pocono Highway
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Continue on State Route 307
6.4 mi · 9 min · State Route 307
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Continue on Moosic Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Moosic Street
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Turn left onto Crown Avenue
1207 ft · 26 sec · Crown Avenue
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Turn right onto River Street
3139 ft · 1 min · River Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Cedar Avenue
953 ft · 19 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 Saylorsburg and City of 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.
I 380 North
Continue straight
18.5 mi · 00h 20m
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 Saylorsburg 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 Saylorsburg to City of Scranton?
The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.8 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Tobyhanna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Saylorsburg and 26 miles from City of Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.4 miles (63.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.81 one way or $15.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saylorsburg and Mostly Sunny near City of Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Tobyhanna
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saylorsburg and City of Scranton. Straight-line distance: 39.38 mi (63.38 km).
#1 Saylorsburg
Situated within Monroe County, Pennsylvania, at an approximate elevation of 669 feet, this unincorporated community acts primarily as a residential nexus in the eastern part of the state.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.8956500, -75.3235200 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| 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: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $7.81 | $15.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $9.28 | $18.57 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $11.46 | $22.93 |
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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