How far is State Line, PA from City of Scranton, PA?
The driving distance from State Line, PA to City of Scranton, PA is about 185.4 miles (298.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.6 miles (255.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Borough in northeastern Dauphin County, Pennsylvania
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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.
Mostly Clear leaving State Line and Sunny near City of Scranton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from State Line to City of Scranton?
The road trip is about 185.4 miles (298.4 km) and usually takes 03h 01m 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?
Lykens is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.3 miles from State Line and 106.1 miles from City of Scranton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.6 miles (255.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.72 one way or $53.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around State Line and Sunny near City of Scranton.
Stop Ideas Near Lykens
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 Lykens.
Harrisburg Transportation Center
Middletown
Elizabethtown station
Mount Joy
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between State Line and City of Scranton. Straight-line distance: 158.59 mi (255.22 km).
#1 State Line
State Line is a place in Pennsylvania, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.7248200, -77.7244400 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 City of Scranton
A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
| Population | 76,089 |
| Coordinates | 41.4043700, -75.6649100 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedar Avenue (-75.663942, 41.404264)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $26.72 | $53.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $30.08 | $60.15 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $32.40 | $64.80 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $39.11 | $78.22 |
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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