How far is Jim Thorpe, PA from Scranton, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Jim Thorpe and Scranton is 37.01 miles (59.56 km).
Flight distance from Jim Thorpe, PA to Scranton, PA is 37.01 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania to Scranton, Pennsylvania is: 48.56 miles (78.15 km) by car.
Driving from Jim Thorpe to Scranton will take approximately 00 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Jim Thorpe
Borough and county seat of Carbon County, Pennsylvania
| Population | 4650 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°52'33"N 75°43'57"W |
| Latitude | 40.8759200 |
| Longitude | -75.7324100 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| 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 Jim Thorpe and Scranton
The distance between Jim Thorpe and Scranton is 78 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 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 Jim Thorpe and Scranton. The current time is 10:53:47.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 12 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.49 liters (1.71 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Jim Thorpe and Scranton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Jim Thorpe to Scranton is $6.37 (diesel $8.17).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $6.37 | $7.06 | $7.61 | $8.17 |
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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 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Jim Thorpe and Scranton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
