How far is Harrisburg, PA from Scranton, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Harrisburg and Scranton is 101.08 miles (162.68 km).
Flight distance from Harrisburg, PA to Scranton, PA is 101.08 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 14 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 13 minutes to travel from Harrisburg to Scranton with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Scranton, Pennsylvania is: 120.88 miles (194.53 km) by car.
Driving from Harrisburg to Scranton will take approximately 01 hours 58 minutes.
#1 Harrisburg
The capital of Pennsylvania. It is located on the Susquehanna River in the central part of the state. Harrisburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the State Capitol Building and the Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra.
| Population | 49322 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°16'25"N 76°53'4"W |
| Latitude | 40.2737000 |
| Longitude | -76.8844200 |
| Altitude | 101 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Scranton
The third most populous city in Pennsylvania. It is located in the Lackawanna Valley in northeastern Pennsylvania. Scranton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Steamtown National Historic Site and the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple.
| Population | 76532 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°24'33"N 75°39'54"W |
| Latitude | 41.4091600 |
| Longitude | -75.6649000 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Scranton: Wyoming Avenue (-75.664767,41.409077)
Estimated Travel Time Between Harrisburg and Scranton
The distance between Harrisburg and Scranton is 195 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 09 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Harrisburg and Scranton. The current time is 06:21:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 01 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 25 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 00 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 43 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 36 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 16.15 liters (4.27 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Harrisburg and Scranton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Harrisburg to Scranton is $15.85 (diesel $20.33).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $15.85 | $17.59 | $18.95 | $20.33 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Pennsylvania ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.717 (Diesel $4.767) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Harrisburg and Scranton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
