What is the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton?

The cheapest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton is to train and bus which costs $21 - $45 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton?

The fastest way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia, PA and Scranton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Philadelphia and arriving at Scranton Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton?

The distance between Philadelphia, PA and Scranton is 137 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

How do I travel from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton without a car?

The best way to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton without a car is to bus via Drexel Station at 30th St which takes 3h 54m and costs $50 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Philadelphia, PA to Scranton bus from?

Philadelphia, PA to Scranton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Philadelphia station.

Where does the Philadelphia, PA to Scranton bus arrive?

Philadelphia, PA to Scranton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Scranton Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Philadelphia, PA and Scranton?

Scranton is 1h ahead of Philadelphia, PA. It is currently 3:07 PM in Philadelphia, PA and 4:07 PM in Scranton.

Can I drive from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Philadelphia, PA to Scranton is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton.

Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 65+ hotels available in Scranton.

Philadelphia, PA to Scranton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton by bus, car, train, 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 Drexel Station at 30th St
best
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scrantonbus Philadelphia
3h 54m
$53–78
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Jefferson Station to Doylestowntrain Lan
2. Take the bus from Doylestown SEPTA Station to Scranton Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
6h 37m
$22–43
Drive 121.4 mi
1. Drive from Philadelphia, PA to Scrantoncar 121.4 mi
2h 14m
$23–32
Train, bus via Newark
1. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Northeast Regional
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Scrantonbus FlixBus N2686
4h 35m
$26–625
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Scranton Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
5h 55m
$23–45

Philadelphia, PA to Scranton by subway and bus

7Weekly Services

3h 54mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

Martz Bus operates a bus from Philadelphia 30th St Station to Scranton once daily. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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