How far is Scranton, PA from Jonestown, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to Jonestown, PA is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.
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.
Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scranton and Jonestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and Jonestown.
-
1
Start on Wyoming Avenue
689 ft · 38 sec · Wyoming Avenue
-
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto Lackawanna Avenue
976 ft · 25 sec · Lackawanna Avenue
-
3
Turn right onto Cedar Avenue
1191 ft · 22 sec · Cedar Avenue
-
4
Continue on Cedar Avenue
122 m · 13 sec · Cedar Avenue
-
5
Turn left onto River Street
1.4 km · 2 min · River Street
-
6
Take the ramp right
1178 ft · 29 sec
-
7
Merge slight left onto American Legion Memorial Highway
19.3 mi · 24 min · American Legion Memorial Highway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward PA 29 north: Nanticoke
2288 ft · 56 sec
-
9
Continue on South Cross Valley Expressway
4.7 mi · 6 min · South Cross Valley Expressway
-
10
Keep slight left
1.6 km · 3 min
-
11
Continue on East Poplar Street
2718 ft · 1 min · East Poplar Street
-
12
Continue on Allen Street
8.9 mi · 14 min · Allen Street
-
13
Turn right onto West Union Street
6.1 mi · 11 min · West Union Street
-
14
Turn left onto Academy Street
622 ft · 27 sec · Academy Street
-
15
Continue on Cotterman Hill Road
2543 ft · 1 min · Cotterman Hill Road
-
16
Continue on State Route 4014
1.1 mi · 3 min · State Route 4014
-
17
Continue on Academy Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · Academy Street
-
18
Turn left onto Old Tioga Turnpike
3.2 mi · 8 min · Old Tioga Turnpike
-
19
Turn left onto Ridge Road
582 ft · 16 sec · Ridge Road
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ridge Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scranton and Jonestown.
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
19.3 mi · 00h 24m
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 leaving Scranton and Chance Rain Showers near Jonestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to Jonestown?
The road trip is about 49.6 miles (79.9 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?
Warrior Run is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.8 miles from Scranton and 24.9 miles from Jonestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 3:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.15 one way or $14.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Scranton and Chance Rain Showers near Jonestown.
Stop Ideas Near Warrior Run
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 Warrior Run.
Wilkes-Barre, PA
White Haven, PA
Scranton, PA
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and Jonestown. Straight-line distance: 38.42 mi (61.83 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jonestown
Borough in central Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 2,031 |
| Coordinates | 41.1292500, -76.3041000 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jonestown (-76.3041, 41.12925)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.15 | $14.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.05 | $16.10 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $8.67 | $17.34 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $10.47 | $20.93 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Pennsylvania · Apr 17, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.