How far is Scranton, PA from Cherry Ridge, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to Cherry Ridge, PA is about 31 miles (49.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.7 miles (35 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scranton and Cherry Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and Cherry Ridge.
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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 · 29 sec · Cedar Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1729 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto President Biden Expressway
1 km · 53 sec · President Biden Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 81 North: Binghamton
2408 ft · 45 sec
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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 I-84 east, US 6 east
2101 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left
1448 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 84 East, I 380 South: Mt Pocono, Milford
2050 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 84 East: Milford
4.5 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 247, PA 348: Mount Cobb , Hamlin
1362 ft · 38 sec
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Turn left onto Line Road
1409 ft · 32 sec · Line Road
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Turn right onto Mount Cobb Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Mount Cobb Road
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Continue on Mt Cobb Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Mt Cobb Road
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Continue on Mount Cobb Road
1 mi · 2 min · Mount Cobb Road
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Continue on Mount Cobb Highway
1.2 mi · 2 min · Mount Cobb Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Hamlin Highway
1.5 mi · 3 min · Hamlin Highway
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Turn left onto Easton Turnpike
1.1 mi · 2 min · Easton Turnpike
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Continue on Lake Ariel Highway
2.5 mi · 4 min · Lake Ariel Highway
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Continue on Lake Ariel Highway
7.3 mi · 13 min · Lake Ariel Highway
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Turn left onto Wanaka Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Wanaka Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wanaka Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scranton and Cherry Ridge.
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.
Lake Ariel Highway
Continue on Lake Ariel Highway
7.28 mi · 00h 13m
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 Scranton and Mostly Sunny near Cherry Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to Cherry Ridge?
The road trip is about 31 miles (49.9 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Mount Cobb is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.5 miles from Scranton and 15.5 miles from Cherry Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.7 miles (35 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.45 one way or $8.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Scranton and Mostly Sunny near Cherry Ridge.
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 Scranton and Cherry Ridge. Straight-line distance: 21.72 mi (34.96 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cherry Ridge
Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,848 |
| Coordinates | 41.5317500, -75.2785100 |
| Altitude | 374 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cherry Ridge (-75.27851, 41.53175)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.45 | $8.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.01 | $10.03 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.52 | $13.04 |
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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