How far is Scranton, PA from Altoona, PA?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Scranton and Altoona is 155.14 miles (249.67 km).
Flight distance from Scranton, PA to Altoona, PA is 155.14 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 22 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 20 minutes to travel from Scranton to Altoona with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Scranton, Pennsylvania to Altoona, Pennsylvania is: 189.79 miles (305.45 km) by car.
Driving from Scranton to Altoona will take approximately 02 hours 58 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Altoona
A city in Blair County, Pennsylvania. It is located in the eastern part of the state. Altoona is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Altoona Historical Society and the Altoona Railroaders Museum.
| Population | 42989 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°31'7"N 78°23'41"W |
| Latitude | 40.5186800 |
| Longitude | -78.3947400 |
| Altitude | 355 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Altoona: 7th Street (-78.394928,40.518478)
Estimated Travel Time Between Scranton and Altoona
The distance between Scranton and Altoona is 305 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 03 hours 23 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 Scranton and Altoona. The current time is 03:21:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06 hours 19 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03 hours 47 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 09 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 02 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 22 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 25.35 liters (6.7 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Scranton and Altoona.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Scranton to Altoona is $24.89 (diesel $31.93).
Pennsylvania gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.72 | $4.12 | $4.44 | $4.77 |
| Total | $24.89 | $27.61 | $29.75 | $31.93 |
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 November 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Scranton and Altoona (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
