How far is Scranton, PA from West View, PA?

The estimated driving distance from Scranton, PA to West View, PA is about 278.5 miles (448.2 km), with a travel time of about 04h 52m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 236 miles (379.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
278.5 mi
04h 52m · estimated
Flight
236.02 mi
379.84 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
236.02 mi
Kilometers
379.84 km
Flight Time
00h 28m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
278.5 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
448.21 km
Drive Time
04h 52m

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 52m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in West View
Fri, Apr 10, 11:15 PM EDT
Return by in Scranton
Sat, Apr 11, 4:08 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Scranton
2026-04-10T18:23
Arrive West View
Fri, Apr 10, 11:15 PM EDT
Route Timing
04h 52m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:53 AM to 12:53 PM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
7:14 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Scranton
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Central City
PA

Borough of Pennsylvania

From Scranton
118 mi
02h 26m
To West View
160.5 mi
02h 26m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
70°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph SW
Destination
52°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Fri, Apr 10 4:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph S

Driving Route Map

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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Scranton and West View.

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Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 52m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
09h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+42.5 mi
236 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Central City
02h 26m from Scranton
Leave By
7:14 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Scranton and Mostly Clear near West View.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Scranton to West View?

The road trip is about 278.5 miles (448.2 km) and usually takes 04h 52m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Central City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 118 miles from Scranton and 160.5 miles from West View.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 236 miles (379.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 42.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:14 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $40.17 one way or $80.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Scranton and Mostly Clear near West View.

Stop Ideas Near Central City

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Central City, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Central City.

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Lewistown

44 mi away
150 Helen Street
RAIL

Tyrone

49 mi away
Pennsylvania Ave and West 10th St.
RAIL

Huntingdon

55 mi away
Fourth and Allegheny Sts.
RAIL

Altoona Transportation Center

70 mi away
1231 11th Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Scranton and West View. Straight-line distance: 236.02 mi (379.84 km).

Scranton

#1 Scranton

The third most populous city in Pennsylvania.

Population76,532
Coordinates41.4091600, -75.6649000
Altitude230
CountryUnited States
West View

#2 West View

Borough in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States

Population6,470
Coordinates40.5222900, -80.0342200
Altitude345
CountryUnited States
Start: Scranton (-75.6649, 41.40916)
End: West View (-80.03422, 40.52229)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 448 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)06h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 34m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)03h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
9.83 gal
37.2 L · about $40.17
Round trip
$80.33
19.66 gal · 74.4 L
Estimated CO2
87.4 kg one way
Round trip: 174.7 kg / 385 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $40.17 $80.33
Mid-grade $4.60 $45.21 $90.42
Premium $4.95 $48.70 $97.40
Diesel $5.98 $58.78 $117.57

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 10, 2026

There is no time difference between Scranton and West View. The current time is 18:23:00.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.