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Routes26
Trips per day106
bus lines7
Stations3

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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 bus companies travel to Scranton, Pennsylvania?

Located in Pennsylvania, Scranton is accessible by bus from 26 other cities. You can choose from 106 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Scranton on Wanderu. Greyhound usually has the most buses on any given day.

Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Scranton are also available.

Bus companies serving Scranton

BusRoutesAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US19817h 6m€98.21
Greyhound219h 22m€56.42
Fullington Trailways204h 39m€42.96
Fullington Trailways204h 36m€43.03
Martz82h 31m€56.45
Amtrak Thruway22h 26m€52.68
Adirondack Trailways12h 34m€58.08

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment.

  • Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.

  • Originally founded in 1908, Fullington Trailways is one of the oldest transportation companies in the United States. Today, it's one of the leading intercity bus carriers within the Trailways network and provides cheap, reliable bus service to several metropolitan destinations, including New York City and Philadelphia. All coaches are equipped with clean restrooms, and Fullington Trailways earned a 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Award for their helpful crew.

  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.

  • Adirondack Trailways connects areas in New York such as the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley with New York City, serving a total of 94 cities. Some of its top routes include those going to Albany, Ithaca, and Syracuse. Onboard, Adirondack Trailways vehicles have Wi-Fi for internet connectivity on the move and additional amenities, including power outlets, restrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests.

Which bus carrier has the best service to Scranton?

Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Scranton by bus with Martz giving them a 4.9 rating out of 5.

Travelers also mentioned that Martz had the most comfortable bus service to Scranton taking into account the seats and amenities that Martz offers. They rate Martz a 4.3 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 Martz has the best on time performance on their bus schedules to Scranton, rating them a 5 based on their on time arrivals.

Frequently Asked Questions

€13.40 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Scranton, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Scranton. In the last month, buses from Wilkes-Barre Township to Scranton had the lowest average price at €13.40. The bus from Wilkes-Barre Township to Scranton also tends to start at relatively low prices.

The busiest bus station in Scranton is 609 Luzerne Street. There are several other active stations in addition to this main station. The most popular bus stations in Scranton are:

  • 609 Luzerne Street
  • Lackawanna Transit Center
  • Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot
The closest airport to Scranton is Wilkes Barre Scranton Intl Airport (AVP), it is located 5.8 miles from the city center of Scranton.
Scranton ranks number 25 among most popular bus destinations in the region. It also ranks number 729 in United States. Scranton ranks number 6 in the region in terms of the number of destinations that connect to Scranton via bus service. On average 79 direct daily bus trips serve Scranton.
The population of Scranton is 77118. Scranton ranks number 16 in terms of population in Pennsylvania and number 508 in all of United States.
Bus tickets to Scranton range from €13 for a short trip to Scranton, while a 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Scranton starts at , and a longer trip by bus to Scranton can be as cheap as . Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €17.
People who take the bus to Scranton are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Scranton easy whether you're planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Scranton is Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot, located just 0.4 miles away. Select Lackawanna Transit Center Parking Lot as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Scranton. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.

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