How far is Scranton, PA from Ashland, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to Ashland, PA is about 69.7 miles (112.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
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.
Township in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Isolated Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scranton and Ashland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and Ashland.
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Start on Wyoming Avenue
689 ft · 38 sec · Wyoming Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
976 ft · 25 sec · Lackawanna Avenue
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Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
1191 ft · 22 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Continue on Cedar Avenue
122 m · 13 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Turn left onto River Street
1.4 km · 2 min · River Street
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Take the ramp right
1178 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
59.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 61 North: Frackville
2062 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto Skyline Drive
95 m · 5 sec · Skyline Drive
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Continue on South Lehigh Avenue
2934 ft · 1 min · South Lehigh Avenue
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Turn left onto West Oak Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Oak Street
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Continue on Fountain Street
4.2 mi · 7 min · Fountain Street
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Turn right onto Broad Street
1.5 km · 2 min · Broad Street
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Turn slight right onto South Hoffman Boulevard
2832 ft · 55 sec · South Hoffman Boulevard
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Turn left onto Centre Street
2484 ft · 46 sec · Centre Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Centre Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scranton and Ashland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
American Legion Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
59.7 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Scranton and Isolated Rain Showers near Ashland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to Ashland?
The road trip is about 69.7 miles (112.1 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Dorrance is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.8 miles from Scranton and 34.9 miles from Ashland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56 miles (90.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.79 one way or $21.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Scranton and Isolated Rain Showers near Ashland.
Stop Ideas Near Dorrance
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 Dorrance.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and Ashland. Straight-line distance: 56 mi (90.12 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ashland
Situated within Schuylkill County at an elevation of approximately 988 feet, this borough lies amidst the rugged terrain of northeastern Pennsylvania.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.7817500, -76.3457800 |
| Altitude | 301 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ashland (-76.34578, 40.78175)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 112 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $4.39 | $10.79 | $21.58 |
| Mid-grade | $4.81 | $11.84 | $23.68 |
| Premium | $5.26 | $12.94 | $25.87 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $16.17 | $32.34 |
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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