What is the cheapest way to get from Beacon to Scranton?

The cheapest way to get from Beacon to Scranton is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Beacon to Scranton?

The fastest way to get from Beacon to Scranton is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Beacon and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Beacon station to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Beacon Station and arriving at Scranton, PA via Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Beacon to Scranton?

The distance between Beacon and Scranton is 218 miles. The road distance is 101 miles.

How do I travel from Beacon to Scranton without a car?

The best way to get from Beacon to Scranton without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 17m and costs $40 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Beacon to Scranton?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Beacon to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beacon to Scranton bus from?

Beacon to Scranton bus services, operated by Shortline Bus, depart from Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center station.

Where does the Beacon to Scranton bus arrive?

Beacon to Scranton bus services, operated by Shortline Bus, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Beacon to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Beacon to Scranton is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Beacon to Scranton.

Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 58+ hotels available in Scranton.

Beacon to Scranton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Beacon to Scranton by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Beacon to Grand Central TerminalHudson
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scranton, PA196 / ...
5h 17m
$42–125
Drive 100.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Beacon to Scranton100.4 mi
1h 47m
$19–27
Train, bus via University of Scranton, PA
1. Take the train from Beacon to Grand Central TerminalHudson
2. Take the bus from New York Express/ Madison Avenue, NY to University of Scranton, PAScrx2
5h 33m
$71–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center to Port Authority Bus TerminalShortLine Hudson
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scranton, PA196 / ...
6h 16m
$42–146

Beacon to Scranton by train and bus

108Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Beacon, NY, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Beacon Station to Scranton, PA via Newburgh ShortLine Transportation Center and Port Authority Bus Terminal in around 6h 16m.

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