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Routes | 22 |
Trips per day | 35 |
train lines | 1 |
Stations | 1 |
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About Scranton
You might know Scranton from the award-winning documentary that took place there, The Office. But Scranton is much more than paper and beet farms.
The Steamtown National Historic Site is a little museum dedicated to steam engines and their role in the economy of the United States throughout the nineteenth century. The Anthracite Heritage Museum engages a wide range of audiences by interpreting, collecting, and presenting the story of hard coal mining, allied industries, northern Pennsylvania's historic immigrant culture, and the evolution of the region's culture. Scranton is also known for its handcrafted smoked and cured meats, including their unique smoked kielbasa blend of pork and beef.
Scranton Bus Terminal is the city's main bus and train station, which services all sorts of carriers. Popular bus routes to Scranton come from New York, Seattle, and Kingston. Amtrak trains, meanwhile, are available from Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Seabrook, and more.
What train companies travel to Scranton, Pennsylvania?
Located in Pennsylvania, Scranton is accessible by train from 22 other cities. You can choose from 35 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Scranton on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Scranton are also available..
Train companies serving Scranton
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 104 | 6h 57m | €126.32 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Which train service has the best service to Scranton?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Scranton by train with Amtrak giving them a 5 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Scranton taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Scranton punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Scranton, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Scranton is Lackawanna Transit Center. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Scranton.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Philadelphia | 8h 4m | €158.38 |
Baltimore | 5h 35m | €123.92 |
Newark | 5h 14m | €135.61 |
New York | 5h 33m | €139.23 |
Washington D.C. | 6h 7m | €131.50 |
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