What is the cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Scranton?

The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Scranton is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Scranton?

The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Scranton is to subway and fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $80 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington, DC station to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Scranton, PA via Harrisburg, PA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Washington, DC to Scranton?

The distance between Washington, DC and Scranton is 226 miles. The road distance is 233.7 miles.

How do I travel from Washington, DC to Scranton without a car?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Scranton without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 43m and costs $55 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to Scranton?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Washington, DC to Scranton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Scranton bus from?

Washington, DC to Scranton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where does the Washington, DC to Scranton bus arrive?

Washington, DC to Scranton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Can I drive from Washington, DC to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to Scranton is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Washington, DC to Scranton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Scranton?

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Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 68+ hotels available in Scranton.

Washington, DC to Scranton - 8 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Washington, DC to Scranton by subway, plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
best
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)IAD - AVP
3h 23m
$84–341
Drive 232.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington, DC to Scranton232.4 mi
4h 26m
$43–62
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Newark Penn StationAcela
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to ScrantonFlixBus N2686
5h 43m
$58–789
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Harrisburg Bus StationGreyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg, PA to Scranton, PAOurBus
7h 25m
$46–151
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly to Lancaster, drive
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Lancaster (LNS)IAD - LNS
3. Drive from Lancaster-Airport-LNS to Scranton
5h 34m
$120–446
Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)DCA - LGA
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scranton, PA
6h 45m
$97–545
Train, bus via Philadelphia
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street StationNortheast Regional
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia to Scranton Bus StationGreyhound US0340s
8h 40m
$54–723
Bus via Philadelphia
1. Take the bus from Union Station to PhiladelphiaWashington
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Scranton, PA202 / ...
8h 51m
$71–123

Washington, DC to Scranton by train and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Scranton, PA via Harrisburg Bus Station and Harrisburg, PA in around 7h 25m.

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