How far is Scranton, PA from Vernon, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to Vernon, PA is about 24.1 miles (38.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.3 miles (24.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scranton and Vernon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and Vernon.
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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
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Scranton Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward PA 307 North
818 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto North Keyser Avenue
533 ft · 15 sec · North Keyser Avenue
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Turn right onto Morgan Highway
4.6 mi · 8 min · Morgan Highway
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Turn straight onto Winola Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Winola Road
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Turn left onto Falls Road
5.1 mi · 12 min · Falls Road
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Continue on Falls Road
1693 ft · 53 sec · Falls Road
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Turn left onto Sullivans Trail
1.5 mi · 3 min · Sullivans Trail
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Turn right
7.5 mi · 14 min
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Turn right onto School House Road
15 m · 1 sec · School House Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · School House Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Scranton and Vernon.
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.
Longest stretch
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7.48 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Scranton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Vernon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to Vernon?
The road trip is about 24.1 miles (38.8 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Falls is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.1 miles from Scranton and 12.1 miles from Vernon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.3 miles (24.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Scranton and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Vernon.
Stop Ideas Near Falls
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 Falls.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and Vernon. Straight-line distance: 15.36 mi (24.72 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vernon
Township of Pennsylvania
| Population | 5,327 |
| Coordinates | 41.4467400, -75.9571400 |
| Altitude | 329 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vernon (-75.95714, 41.44674)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 39 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.47 | $6.95 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $5.08 | $10.17 |
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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