How far is Waymart, PA from South Canaan, PA?
The driving distance from Waymart, PA to South Canaan, PA is about 5.4 miles (8.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 18m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 09m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Township in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waymart and South Canaan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waymart and South Canaan.
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Start on South Street
28 m · 9 sec · South Street
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Turn left onto Belmont Tpk
1.3 km · 1 min · Belmont Tpk
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Continue on Easton Turnpike
4.6 mi · 8 min · Easton Turnpike
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Turn left onto St Tikhons Road
17 m · 2 sec · St Tikhons Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · St Tikhons Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waymart and South Canaan.
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.
Easton Turnpike
Continue on Easton Turnpike
4.58 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.
Sunny leaving Waymart and Sunny near South Canaan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waymart to South Canaan?
The road trip is about 5.4 miles (8.7 km) and usually takes 00h 09m 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?
Carbondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.7 miles from Waymart and 2.7 miles from South Canaan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.2 miles (8.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.85 one way or $1.70 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Waymart and Sunny near South Canaan.
Stop Ideas Near Carbondale
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 Carbondale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waymart and South Canaan. Straight-line distance: 5.19 mi (8.35 km).
#1 Waymart
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,263 |
| Coordinates | 41.5803600, -75.4082400 |
| Altitude | 426 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Canaan
Township in Wayne County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,772 |
| Coordinates | 41.5053600, -75.4121300 |
| Altitude | 434 |
| Country | United States |
End: St Tikhons Road (-75.412169, 41.505404)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.46 | $0.85 | $1.70 |
| Mid-grade | $4.93 | $0.94 | $1.87 |
| Premium | $5.31 | $1.01 | $2.02 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $1.24 | $2.49 |
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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