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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Elkton is to bus and train via Philadelphia which costs $27 - $45 and takes 9h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Elkton is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Scranton to Elkton?

The distance between Scranton and Elkton is 180 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Elkton without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 5m and costs $60 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Scranton to Elkton, including transfers.

Can I drive from Scranton to Elkton?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Elkton is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Scranton to Elkton.

Where can I stay near Elkton?

There are 148+ hotels available in Elkton.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Scranton to Elkton by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Newark Amtraktrain Northeast Regional
6h 5m
$64–97
Bus, train via Philadelphia
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0340s
2. Take the train from Jefferson Station to Newark DEtrain Wil
9h 15m
$28–42
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Scranton to Elktoncar 160.1 mi
2h 52m
$30–43
Bus, train via Wilmington Tc
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus Wilkes-Barre
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Wilmingtontrain Northeast Regional / ...
6h 10m
$62–628
Bus, train via Newark
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus N2686
2. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Newark Amtraktrain Northeast Regional
6h 23m
$47–96

Scranton to Elkton by bus and train

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6h 5mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Elkton, MD, USA?

There is no direct connection from Scranton to Elkton. However, you can take the bus to Philadelphia 30th St Station, walk to 30Th Street Station, take the train to Newark Amtrak, walk to Newark Train Station, then take the bus to Blue Ball Rd & Elkton Blvd. Alternatively, you can drive from Scranton to Elkton in around 2h 52m.

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