How far is Scranton, PA from Dimock, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to Dimock, PA is about 32.2 miles (51.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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 01h 04m.
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 Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scranton and Dimock.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and Dimock.
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Start on Wyoming Avenue
995 ft · 43 sec · Wyoming Avenue
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Turn left onto Mulberry Street
1297 ft · 50 sec · Mulberry Street
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Continue on North Scranton Expressway
3.1 mi · 5 min · North Scranton Expressway
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Continue on Northern Boulevard
2.4 mi · 5 min · Northern Boulevard
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Take the exit slight right
90 m · 8 sec
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Turn straight onto South Abington Road
3.4 mi · 7 min · South Abington Road
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Turn left onto Clinton Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Clinton Street
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Continue on East Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Mill Street
38 m · 4 sec · Mill Street
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Take the ramp slight left
105 m · 12 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lackawanna Trail
4.4 mi · 7 min · Lackawanna Trail
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Turn straight
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto State Route 1029
1.7 mi · 4 min · State Route 1029
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Turn left onto State Route 92 North
2714 ft · 53 sec · State Route 92 North
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Turn right onto West Nicholson Road
7.6 mi · 18 min · West Nicholson Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto State Route 29
4.9 mi · 9 min · State Route 29
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Turn right onto State Route 2024
28 m · 8 sec · State Route 2024
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Turn left
17 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scranton and Dimock.
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.
West Nicholson Road
Turn right onto West Nicholson Road
7.61 mi · 00h 18m
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 Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Scranton and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Dimock.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to Dimock?
The road trip is about 32.2 miles (51.8 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
La Plume is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.1 miles from Scranton and 16.1 miles from Dimock.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.2 miles (42.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.66 one way or $9.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Scranton and Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Dimock.
Stop Ideas Near La Plume
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 La Plume.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and Dimock. Straight-line distance: 26.24 mi (42.23 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dimock
Township in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,413 |
| Coordinates | 41.7464700, -75.8982500 |
| Altitude | 460 |
| Country | United States |
End: Dimock (-75.89825, 41.74647)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.66 | $9.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.24 | $10.49 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.65 | $11.30 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.82 | $13.63 |
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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