How far is Scranton, PA from West Pittston, PA?
The driving distance from Scranton, PA to West Pittston, PA is about 10.3 miles (16.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.7 miles (14 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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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 West Pittston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and West Pittston.
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Start on Wyoming Avenue
41 m · 9 sec · Wyoming Avenue
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Turn right onto Biden Street
137 m · 16 sec · Biden Street
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Turn left onto Penn Avenue
555 ft · 15 sec · Penn Avenue
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Turn right onto Lackawanna Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · Lackawanna Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Main Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
3.8 mi · 6 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South Main Street
3.9 mi · 8 min · South Main Street
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Turn straight onto Fort Jenkins Bridge
1074 ft · 26 sec · Fort Jenkins Bridge
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Turn straight
4 m · 1 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 West Pittston.
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.
South Main Street
Continue on South Main Street
3.86 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Scranton and Mostly Cloudy near West Pittston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scranton to West Pittston?
The road trip is about 10.3 miles (16.6 km) and usually takes 00h 18m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Old Forge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.2 miles from Scranton and 5.2 miles from West Pittston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.7 miles (14 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.47 one way or $2.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Scranton and Mostly Cloudy near West Pittston.
Stop Ideas Near Old Forge
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and West Pittston. Straight-line distance: 8.71 mi (14.02 km).
#1 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.
| Population | 76,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.4091600, -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Pittston
Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 4,745 |
| Coordinates | 41.3275800, -75.7929700 |
| Altitude | 166 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Pittston (-75.79297, 41.32758)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 17 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 07m |
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 | $1.47 | $2.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $1.66 | $3.31 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $1.78 | $3.57 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $2.15 | $4.31 |
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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