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Compare train, flight, and bus for Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $348.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$137 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $392 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA:
A bus is $60 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA costing on average $137 (€112).
A bus is $315 (€258) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA costing on average $392 (€321).
Other travel options to Scranton, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 30m.
Bus takes on average 15h 10m.
Tickets start at around $137 (€112) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-90.89 (€-74.36). The journey takes 11h 30m versus 3h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA
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Trains from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€107) but you can travel from only $77 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 09:05. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average train duration 11h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€107) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 11h 30m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 9:05 AM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
FAQs: Trains from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Johnstown, PA to Scranton, PA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Scranton, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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