What is the cheapest way to get from Journal Square to Scranton?

The cheapest way to get from Journal Square to Scranton is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Journal Square to Scranton?

The fastest way to get from Journal Square to Scranton is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Journal Square and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Journal Square to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Newark Ave At Jfk Blvd and arriving at Scranton, PA via Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Journal Square to Scranton?

The distance between Journal Square and Scranton is 116 miles. The road distance is 114.5 miles.

How do I travel from Journal Square to Scranton without a car?

The best way to get from Journal Square to Scranton without a car is to bus via Newark, Penn Station which takes 3h 25m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Journal Square to Scranton?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Journal Square to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Journal Square to Scranton bus from?

Journal Square to Scranton bus services, operated by NJ Transit, depart from Newark Ave At Jfk Blvd station.

Where does the Journal Square to Scranton bus arrive?

Journal Square to Scranton bus services, operated by NJ Transit, arrive at Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Journal Square to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Journal Square to Scranton is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Journal Square to Scranton.

Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 68+ hotels available in Scranton.

Journal Square to Scranton - 5 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Journal Square to Scranton by bus (Flixbus), 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.

Bus via Newark, Penn Station (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to ScrantonFlixBus N2686
3h 25m
$30–88
Drive 113.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Journal Square to Scranton113.8 mi
2h 10m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newark Ave At Jfk Blvd to Port Authority Bus Terminal119 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scranton, PA196 / ...
4h 6m
$31–117
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Journal Square Transportation Center to Port Authority Bus Terminal125 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scranton, PA196 / ...
4h 10m
$31–117
Bus via East Stroudsburg
1. Take the bus from Journal Square Transportation Center to Port Authority Bus Terminal125 / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Stroudsburg/ Delaware Water Gap, PA132 / ...
3. Take the bus from Stroudsburg/ Delaware Water Gap, PA to Scranton, PA196 / ...
4h 34m
$76–142

Journal Square to Scranton by foot, train, and bus (Flixbus)

7Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Journal Square, NJ, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Scranton once daily. Tickets cost $27–85 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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